An Air India flight going from Delhi to Mumbai had to return to Delhi in an emergency soon after takeoff on Monday. After a technical fault was detected in one of the aircraft’s engines during the flight, the pilots gave priority to safety and decided to do an air turnback. After the safe landing of the plane, all the passengers and crew members were evacuated safely. This incident is related to Air India flight AI-887, which had departed from Delhi for Mumbai. This flight was being operated by Boeing 777-300ER (VT-ALS) aircraft.
How did the problem surface after takeoff?
According to sources, shortly after takeoff, when the aircraft’s flaps were being retracked, the flight crew received a warning about low oil pressure in the right engine. After a few moments, the oil pressure of the engine became completely zero, creating a situation of technical danger.
Pilots decided to air turnback
Under safety standards, the pilots immediately decided to do an air turnback. The aircraft was carefully diverted back towards Delhi Airport and a safe landing was made following all standard procedures.
Air India official statement
Air India said in a statement that the flight was brought back as per standard operating procedure. The airline clarified that the landing was completely safe and there was no harm to any passenger or crew member.
Technical investigation continues, aircraft currently grounded
According to Air India, detailed technical investigation of the aircraft is being done. Initial investigation has revealed that there was no abnormality recorded in the previous records regarding engine oil consumption. At present the aircraft has been kept grounded and will be included in flight service again only after all necessary checks are completed.