Fri Oct 11 16:21:57 UTC 2024: ## Air India Express Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Hydraulic Failure
**Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu:** An Air India Express flight carrying 141 passengers experienced a hydraulic failure shortly after takeoff from Tiruchirapalli Airport on Friday, October 11, forcing the aircraft to circle for over two hours before making a safe emergency landing back at the airport.
Flight IX 613, scheduled to fly to Sharjah, encountered the technical issue around 5:43 PM. The pilot, upon identifying the hydraulic failure, contacted air traffic control and declared an emergency. The landing gear malfunctioned, preventing it from retracting after takeoff.
The pilot, demonstrating remarkable skill and composure, expertly maneuvered the aircraft for over two hours, consuming fuel to ensure a safe landing. Fortunately, the aircraft landed safely at Tiruchirapalli Airport at approximately 7:45 PM, with all passengers and crew members unharmed.
The incident caused a brief scare, prompting airport authorities to place the airport on high alert, with emergency services and rescue teams standing by. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) monitored the situation closely.
The incident highlights the importance of vigilant pilot training and aircraft maintenance in ensuring passenger safety. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the hydraulic failure.
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