Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], February 28 : An Air India Express flight bound for Dubai was denied landing permission amid the ongoing war situation in the Middle East region.
The aircraft, which departed at around 12:45 pm today, with 145 passengers on board, turned back mid-journey following the restriction.
According to the airport director, the flight is currently en route to Tiruchirappalli International Airport and is expected to land shortly.
Further details awaited.
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