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Aviation miracle: Pilot saves IndiGo flight from cyclone trap!
An IndiGo flight had to abort its landing at Chennai International Airport during Cyclone Feng. The pilot prevented a catastrophe by acting quickly.
Aviation miracle: Pilot saves IndiGo flight from cyclone trap!
A dramatic experience occurred on Saturday when an Airbus A320 Neo of IndiGo Airlines rocked violently while attempting to land at Chennai Airport due to cyclone "Fengal". The plane, which was coming from Mumbai and carrying 124 passengers, was hit by strong crosswinds, causing it to temporarily lose control as it touched down on the runway. Thanks to quick-action decisions by the pilot, who aborted the landing and raised the plane back into the air, a serious accident was avoided, according to reports from Krone.at document.
The episode, which went viral on social media, shows the plane struggling with violent vibrations just before contact with the runway in heavy rain and raging winds. After aborting the landing, the plane continued to fly at an oblique angle, causing excitement among eyewitnesses and aviation enthusiasts. “It could have ended badly,” commented one aviation critic on X (formerly Twitter), emphasizing how close the situation was. Ultimately, the plane landed safely in Hyderabad under the instructions of the airport authorities, as well News9live reported.
Danger from the cyclone
Cyclone Feng, which made landfall at speeds of up to 80 kilometers per hour, has already led to several tragic incidents in southern India and claimed at least three lives. As a result of the extreme weather conditions, all further flights were canceled at Chennai airport on Saturday. The entire event not only caused a stir, but also raised questions about the safety of air traffic in such unusual conditions.