A London-bound Air India flight returned to Mumbai after developing a technical glitch in the aircraft on Wednesday, August 14. The flight AI129 bound for London from Mumbai landed back at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMI) safely for precautionary measures after a technical issue.
Air India said flight AI129, operating from Mumbai to London, made an air return to Mumbai due to a technical issue. The aircraft landed safely at Mumbai for precautionary checks.
"Air India flight AI129 operating from Mumbai to London made an air-return to Mumbai due to a technical issue. The aircraft landed safely at Mumbai for precautionary checks. We sincerely regret the inconvenience caused to our guests due to this unexpected disruption. We have already made alternative arrangements to fly the passengers to their destination. Guests have also been offered full refunds on cancellation and complimentary rescheduling to another date, if so desired by them. At Air India, the safety and wellbeing of our customers and crew remains top priority,” said Air India Spokesperson.
"Guests have also offered full refunds on the cancellation and complimentary rescheduling to another date, if so desired by them. At Air India, the safety and wellbeing of our customers and crew remains top priority," AI spokesperson added.