SpiceJet Flight Tyre Bursts After Landing at Darbhanga Airport, IndiGo Flight Diverted to Patna
Darbhanga Airport News
A potentially serious aviation incident was avoided at Darbhanga Airport in Bihar on Monday after a SpiceJet flight arriving from Mumbai experienced a tyre burst during landing. Despite the unexpected mechanical issue, the aircraft landed safely, and all passengers and crew members were evacuated without injuries.
According to airport officials, the tyre burst occurred shortly after the aircraft touched down on the runway. The flight crew maintained control of the aircraft and safely brought it to a halt, preventing any major accident. Emergency response teams and ground staff quickly reached the aircraft and assisted passengers during the evacuation process.
The incident temporarily disrupted flight operations at Darbhanga Airport. Since the damaged SpiceJet aircraft remained parked on the apron for technical inspection, parking space became limited. As a result, an IndiGo flight arriving from Delhi was diverted to Patna before later continuing its scheduled operations once normal airport activity resumed.
Airport operations were further affected after an Akasa Air aircraft reportedly developed a separate technical issue, adding pressure on the airport’s limited parking facilities. Engineers are inspecting both aircraft, and authorities have stated that they will return to service only after receiving the necessary airworthiness clearance.
The incident highlights the importance of strict aviation safety protocols and the quick response of flight crews and airport personnel. Although the tyre burst caused delays and operational disruptions, there were no reports of injuries or damage beyond the affected aircraft.
Passengers scheduled to travel through Darbhanga Airport have been advised to check the latest flight status with their respective airlines before heading to the airport, as some services may continue to experience delays while technical inspections are completed.
Ajeet Yadav is an aviation enthusiast covering airline news, airports, aircraft, and industry developments through well-researched and reliable reporting.
