IndiGo Flight Makes Mid-Air Go-Around Due to Unstable Approach, Lands Safely in Mumbai
An IndiGo flight, 6E 2482, en route from Delhi to Goa, was forced to abort its landing and circle in the sky before safely landing in Mumbai due to an unstable approach. The incident occurred at 9 pm.
Upon touching down on the runway, the pilot of IndiGo flight 6E 2482 determined that the aircraft might not have sufficient runway space to decelerate. Consequently, the pilot initiated a go-around, taking off again.
After a period of circling, the aircraft was brought down safely, according to officials.
This incident highlights the critical role of pilot judgment and adherence to safety protocols in aviation.Go-arounds, while potentially causing minor delays, are a standard procedure to ensure the safety of passengers and crew when landing conditions are not optimal.