Phuket Airport Runway Closure After Air India Express Malfunction

Thailand’s Phuket airport temporarily closed its runway following a malfunction of an Air India Express plane upon landing. There were no reported injuries, and the runway was anticipated to reopen at 6 p.m. local time. Phuket is one of Thailand's busiest air gateways.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bangkok | Updated: 11-03-2026 14:26 IST | Created: 11-03-2026 14:26 IST
Phuket Airport Runway Closure After Air India Express Malfunction
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Thailand's Phuket airport temporarily closed its runway on Wednesday to address an incident involving an Air India Express plane malfunction upon landing.

The airport authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported. The runway was expected to reopen at 6 p.m. local time.

Phuket airport is among Thailand's busiest transportation hubs.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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