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IndiGo A321 Suffers Tail Strike in Bengaluru

September 28, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

IndiGo A321 suffered tail strike during second landing attempt.
Incident occurred at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru.
All passengers and crew were safe.
Aircraft grounded for inspection.

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Strategic Implications

This incident may indicate the need for enhanced pilot training on landing procedures in challenging weather conditions. The occurrence suggests that even experienced airlines like IndiGo can face operational risks, which could impact safety and maintenance costs.

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What Happened

Airbus Jet Grounded After Abnormal Runway Contact During Landing

An IndiGo Airbus A321 operating a flight from Guwahati to Bengaluru suffered a tail strike during its second landing attempt at Kempegowda International Airport on September 27, 2026. The aircraft, registered VT-IBH, was subsequently taken out of service for inspection after all passengers and crew were safely evacuated. The incident occurred amid gusty weather conditions, but it is unclear whether these conditions contributed to the tail strike. The DGCA has launched an investigation into the incident, which was first reported by AeroTime.

Source | Originally Published: September 27, 2026

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IndiGo Airbus DGCA

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IndiGo A321 Suffers Tail Strike in Bengaluru

September 28, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

IndiGo A321 suffered tail strike during second landing attempt.
Incident occurred at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru.
All passengers and crew were safe.
Aircraft grounded for inspection.

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Strategic Implications

This incident may indicate the need for enhanced pilot training on landing procedures in challenging weather conditions. The occurrence suggests that even experienced airlines like IndiGo can face operational risks, which could impact safety and maintenance costs.

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Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

What Happened

Airbus Jet Grounded After Abnormal Runway Contact During Landing

An IndiGo Airbus A321 operating a flight from Guwahati to Bengaluru suffered a tail strike during its second landing attempt at Kempegowda International Airport on September 27, 2026. The aircraft, registered VT-IBH, was subsequently taken out of service for inspection after all passengers and crew were safely evacuated. The incident occurred amid gusty weather conditions, but it is unclear whether these conditions contributed to the tail strike. The DGCA has launched an investigation into the incident, which was first reported by AeroTime.

Source | Originally Published: September 27, 2026

Companies Mentioned

IndiGo Airbus DGCA