Turbulence Drama: Indigo Flight Hits Midair Storm

A Delhi to Srinagar Indigo flight carrying over 220 passengers faced severe turbulence due to stormy weather, leading the pilot to declare an emergency. The flight safely landed in Srinagar, with all passengers and crew unharmed. The aircraft was grounded for technical inspection.

A routine Indigo flight from Delhi to Srinagar turned dramatic when severe turbulence hit midair, forcing the pilot to declare an 'emergency' to Srinagar's air traffic control.

The flight, carrying over 220 passengers, encountered a hailstorm but eventually landed safely at 6:30 PM as reported by Airport Authority officials.

All passengers and crew were unharmed, though the aircraft was designated as 'Aircraft on Ground' (AOG) due to the necessary technical inspections, indicating it would not fly until cleared by aviation engineers.