On July 21, 2025, an Air India jet almost caused a big accident at Mumbai Airport when it went off the runway during landing. The incident happened because of severe rain that made the landing conditions worse, which caused the plane’s three tires to explode. Thank goodness everyone on the plane, including the crew and passengers, is safe.
Details of the incident
Air India aircraft AI2744, which was going from Kochi to Mumbai, had a difficult time landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA). The adverse weather, especially the heavy rain, made it very hard for the plane to land, which is why it skidded off the runway. Even though things were scary, the plane made it to the gate safely, and all 140 passengers and 10 staff members got off without getting hurt.
Air India’s statement
Air India put out a statement saying that everyone on board was safe.” On July 21, 2025, Air India flight AI2744, which was coming from Kochi, went off the runway while landing at Mumbai Airport. The plane made it to the gate without any problems, and all of the passengers got off safely. An airline official said, “The plane is temporarily grounded for inspection.” Air India stressed that the safety of its passengers is always their first concern.
What Mumbai Airport Said
The Mumbai Airport authorities took care of the situation right away. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) said in a statement that the plane skidded around 09:27 AM. “CSMIA’s emergency reaction team got to the scene quickly after the incident happened. There were no casualties recorded, and all passengers and crew members were quickly evacuated.” CSMIA said that the main runway, 09/27, was only slightly damaged, and to keep things running smoothly, the secondary runway, 14/32, was opened.”
The airport management said that all safety rules were observed, and the airport still puts the safety of its operations first.
What Caused the Event?
The first investigations point to the heavy rain as the cause of the tragedy. The weather made it hard to see and made it harder for the plane to stay on the runway. The plane couldn’t keep its grip, which caused the tires to burst. Even though the situation was scary, the quick response of skilled emergency workers and the airport helped avoid any significant disaster.
In conclusion
This event is a positive example of how adverse weather can make flying difficult. However, the emergency crews effectively managed the crisis on this occasion, ensuring no fatalities. There are still investigations going on to find out what happened, but the safety of the passengers is still the most important thing.
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