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AI Express flight returns safely to Abu Dhabi after engine failure

NEW DELHI: An Air India Express aircraft returned safely to Abu Dhabi on Friday soon after take after following an engine flameout at 1,000 feet during climb. After this engine failure, the Boeing 737 with almost 200 people on board returned safely.

In a statement, AI Express said its Abu Dhabi-Kozhikode (IX 348) returned to Abu Dhabi airport following a technical snag in one of the engines.

“The technical snag was identified while taking off and the aircraft landed back Safely, following all laid down procedures, in Abu Dhabi International Airport with the 184 passengers onboard. This event has been reported to the regulatory authorities as per protocol, and alternate arrangements are being made for the guests. We regret the inconvenience caused to our guests on board,” the airline said.

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