New Delhi, April 26, 2026
A major aviation scare unfolded at Indira Gandhi International Airport on Sunday when a Swiss International Air Lines flight, SWR146, was forced to abort takeoff due to a suspected engine failure. The aircraft was accelerating on Runway 28B when pilots detected a technical issue and immediately initiated emergency braking procedures.
Preliminary assessments point to a possible engine malfunction, though a full technical inspection is underway. Aviation authorities, along with engineers from the airline, are examining the aircraft to determine the exact cause of the failure.
The incident led to minor disruptions in flight operations at the busy Delhi airport, with a few departures delayed. Authorities have since cleared the runway after safety checks, and normal operations are gradually resuming. According to airport sources, the crew acted swiftly after receiving abnormal engine readings, preventing a potentially dangerous situation. The aircraft came to a safe halt on the runway, triggering a temporary suspension of operations on the affected strip. Emergency response teams, including fire and rescue units, were deployed as a precaution.
CdPassengers onboard experienced moments of panic as the aircraft abruptly stopped, but officials confirmed that there were no injuries reported. All passengers were safely evacuated and escorted back to the terminal, where airline staff began coordinating alternate travel arrangements.
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