Air India flight 2820 makes emergency landing in Bengaluru after engine failure mid-air

Air India Flight AI 2820, an Airbus A320, experienced an engine failure shortly after taking off from Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. The flight, bound for Delhi, took off at 7:09 pm but had to return to Bengaluru about an hour later. The aircraft circled over the city before making an emergency landing at 8:11 pm under full emergency conditions.

The failure of the engine led to the decision to return to Bengaluru, where emergency protocols were activated. The aircraft landed safely without incident, and all 150 passengers and crew members aboard were unharmed. The flight had initially been scheduled to depart at 5:45 pm but was delayed, eventually taking off at 7:09 pm. Passengers on board expressed gratitude for the safe landing, with one mentioning the high alertness of security staff during the emergency.

Following the emergency landing, the aircraft underwent a thorough inspection by technical teams. After completing the necessary checks, the flight was cleared to depart again. It took off from Bengaluru at 11:47 pm and landed in Delhi at 2:02 am on January 6. The airline has not yet released specific details regarding the cause of the engine failure.

The incident has prompted an internal investigation to determine the exact technical issue responsible for the failure. Air India confirmed that safety measures were implemented promptly, ensuring no injuries occurred. The airline has stated that it will continue to assess the situation and provide further information once the investigation is complete.