Two Indigo planes in near-miss over Guwahati, six injured

August 03, 2016 17:12

Two Indigo aircraft had a close shave yesterday after coming perilously close to each other over Guwahati, leaving six people injured, including two air-hostesses. The aircrafts involved were Indigo aircraft 6E-136 Guwahati to Chennai and 6E-813 Mumbai to Guwahati. At least 300 people were on board on both the jets.

The Indigo statement said, "Indigo flight 6E 813 from Guwahati to Mumbai experienced turbulence due to monsoon, this caused aircraft to climb 250-300 feet. At same instance aircraft 6E 136 was crossing 6E 813 following protocol pilot took advisory action to maintain desired separation. 4 passengers complained of giddiness and 2 cabin crew needed first aid, post turbulence."The statement added, "The incident took place yesterday (August 2, 2016). Flight later made a normal landing."

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