A recent incident has occurred where an Air India flight from Chicago to Delhi had to turn back to its departure city due to a technical issue. The flight, which was operated by a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, took off from Chicago O’Hare Airport and returned to the airport after being in the air for over 10 hours. According to sources, the flight was forced to turn back due to clogged lavatories on board.
The Boeing 777-300ER aircraft used by Air India had 10 lavatories, including two reserved for first-class passengers, and accommodate over 340 passengers across first, business, and economy classes. The flight was operated by a 15.6-year-old aircraft powered by GE90 engines.
An Air India spokesperson confirmed the incident, stating that the flight AI126 returned to Chicago due to a technical issue and that all passengers and crew disembarked normally. The airline is providing alternative arrangements for passengers to complete their journey.
This incident is not an isolated one, as similar technical issues have been reported with other airlines. For example, a United Airlines flight from Newark to Dubai turned back shortly after takeoff due to technical issues, while an Air India Express flight from Bengaluru to Visakhapatnam also turned back due to technical problems.
These incidents highlight the importance of air travel safety and the measures taken by airlines to ensure the well-being of passengers and crew. In the case of the Air India flight, the airline is providing refunds and alternative arrangements to passengers, demonstrating its commitment to customer service.
In the end, the incident serves as a reminder of the complexity and risks involved in air travel, and the importance of safety procedures and protocols in place to handle unexpected events.