Flight Frenzy: Technical Snag Grounds Vijayawada-Bound Flight

A technical issue grounded an Air India flight at Vijayawada's Gannavaram Airport. Passengers including former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu faced disruptions as the airline canceled the flight, offering refunds and rescheduling. Safety was prioritized, highlighting Air India's commitment to safe operations.

An Air India flight bound for Visakhapatnam from Gannavaram Airport near Vijayawada was cancelled on Thursday night due to a technical snag, according to officials.

Among the inconvenienced passengers were prominent individuals such as former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Minister K Atchennaidu, and senior YSRCP leader B Satyanarayana.

The incident occurred around 8:30 pm, when during taxiing, a problem with the aircraft's engine was detected, prompting the return of the plane to the bay for passenger safety. An Air India spokesperson confirmed the pre-departure detection of the issue and emphasized the airline's dedication to passenger safety, offering affected customers hotel accommodations, full refunds, or complimentary rescheduling options.