Passengers Stranded for 30 Minutes as Flight Doors Jam
On Saturday afternoon, passengers aboard an Indigo flight from Mumbai experienced an unexpected delay upon landing at Chakeri Airport in Kanpur. Those on the flight remained inside the aircraft for approximately 30 minutes due to jammed exit doors.
Incident Details
The Indigo flight, which landed at 3:58 PM, faced a frustrating situation as passengers awaited disembarkation. Despite being ready to leave the aircraft, they were unable to do so because the doors failed to open for nearly half an hour.
Reason for the Delay
Pankaj Pandey, Indigo’s Kanpur manager, attributed the delay to a technical issue related to the aircraft’s engine. He explained that the engine needed to cool down before it was safe to open the doors.
- Landing Time: 3:58 PM
- Delay Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
- Returned Flight Departure: 5:30 PM
Passenger Information
Throughout the ordeal, passengers were kept informed about the situation. They were requested to remain calm until the doors could be opened safely. After around 20 minutes, the engine cooled sufficiently, allowing the passengers to exit the aircraft without any injuries.
Conclusion
Following the resolution of the issue, the aircraft was prepared for its return journey to Mumbai, departing at 5:30 PM. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential challenges that can occur in air travel, even with minor technical difficulties.
