Unexpected U-Turn: Air India Express Flight Returns to Delhi

An Air India Express flight en route to Srinagar via Jammu returned to Delhi without landing. The aircraft hovered over Jammu airport but turned back due to unidentified reasons despite clear weather and runway conditions. The incident resulted in unexpected delays for passengers aboard flight IX-2564.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jammu | Updated: 23-06-2025 15:31 IST | Created: 23-06-2025 15:31 IST
Unexpected U-Turn: Air India Express Flight Returns to Delhi
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An Air India Express flight, originally bound for Srinagar via Jammu, unexpectedly returned to Delhi without landing, causing a stir among officials and passengers.

Flight IX-2564 was scheduled to land at the Jammu airport at noon but circled the area for some time before the pilot opted to head back to Delhi.

Despite favorable weather and clear runway conditions, the pilot's inability to find a proper landing area led to the decision. The precise cause behind the U-turn remains unknown, adding to the confusion and inconvenience faced by passengers.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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