✈️ IndiGo Flight 6E‑5118 Makes Mid‑Air U‑Turn to Delhi Over ‘Minor Snag’! 😱
- MediaFx
- Jul 17
- 2 min read
TL;DR: An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Imphal (Flight 6E 5118) returned to Delhi shortly after takeoff on July 17, 2025, due to a “minor technical snag.” ✈️ The aircraft landed safely, was checked thoroughly, and then resumed its journey. No one was harmed, and IndiGo apologised for the inconvenience. This comes just a day after another IndiGo plane faced an engine issue en route to Goa. 🔧 #AviationSafety #CustomerCare
🔍 What Happened?
Early July 17, 2025, Flight 6E 5118 departed Delhi for Imphal. Shortly after liftoff, the crew identified a technical issue and decided to turn the aircraft around—safer to land than risk fallout mid-flight! 📢
The plane made a smooth, precautionary return to Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), Delhi, with no injuries reported. Safety win! ✅
✈️ IndiGo’s Response
A spokesperson stated it was a “minor technical snag” detected post-takeoff. Standard procedure: land, inspect, then resume journey. Passengers were looked after.
IndiGo regretted the inconvenience and emphasized “safety and security of customers, crew and aircraft is of utmost importance.”
🛫 Pattern? Two Snags in 24 Hours!
Just a day before on July 16, Flight 6E 6271 (Delhi → Goa) had an engine failure, triggering a “PAN PAN PAN” emergency call. The pilot diverted safely to Mumbai, landing without fatalities. ✨
Experts say “PAN PAN” is used for urgent but manageable situations—not as intense as a Mayday. The crew’s calm handling shows they’re well‑trained and follow protocol. ✈️
🤔 Why Are These Snags Happening?
While no one’s in danger this time, two safety incidents within 24 hours can shake trust—especially among aviation‑concerned young travellers.
Could be due to increased fleet usage, tight maintenance schedules, or just bad timing. But two occurrences so close together raise questions about system resilience.
🌍 From Our People’s Perspective
From a working‑class, equitable‑society lens:
Every flyer—regardless of social standing—deserves safe, dependable air travel.
IndiGo’s prompt rerouting shows concern, but why are such snags surfacing in quick succession? This points to a need for stronger oversight, better crew conditions, and public‑interest focused maintenance checks.
No profit excuses—airport safety is a right, not a privilege. ✊
🗣️ Your Thoughts?
Youth voice matters—drop your comments:
Is IndiGo’s safety response enough?
Would past air scares affect your flights?
What can Govt/Aviation Board do to protect everyday flyers?
