IndiGo Flight ‘Kisses’ Runway, Takes Off Again Before Final Landing In Bengaluru
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An Indigo Airlines flight from Jaipur to Bengaluru performed a go-around due to an unstable approach, causing passenger concern. The flight landed safely after circling for 20 minutes
Indigo said that the go-around was initiated due to an unstable approach, emphasising that passenger safety is paramount. (Representative/Getty)
An Indigo Airlines flight from Jaipur to Bengaluru experienced an unusual landing sequence, causing concern among passengers. The flight, 6E-498, departed Jaipur Airport at approximately 11:50 am on Sunday and arrived in Bengaluru around 2:37 pm.
As the plane approached the runway, it briefly touched down before ascending again. This manoeuvre, known as a go-around, is a standard safety procedure.
The unexpected ascent understandably caused apprehension among passengers. The flight crew reassured them that the go-around was a precautionary measure and the aircraft was operating normally.
One passenger recounted that while the crew’s explanation helped to calm nerves, a sense of unease remained throughout the remainder of the flight. After circling for approximately 20 minutes, the flight landed safely.
In a statement, IndiGo said, “The captain of Flight 6E 498, operating from Mumbai to Gorakhpur on March 02, 2025, executed a go-around, in accordance with our standard operating procedure, while approaching to land at Gorakhpur airport. This is a safe maneuver, and our pilots are trained to handle such situations with utmost professionalism. At IndiGo, we take the safety and well-being of our customers very seriously and remain committed to providing our esteemed customers with a safe and comfortable travel experience.”