Air India Flight AI2744 Overshoots Runway on Landing in Mumbai
An Air India Airbus A320, operating as flight AI2744 from Kochi to Mumbai, veered off the runway during landing at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Monday morning, July 21, amid heavy rainfall.
What Happened During Landing
The aircraft touched down on runway 09/27 around 09:27 local time, but skidded off due to waterlogging and low visibility. Three tyres burst in the process, and the main runway suffered minor damage. The secondary runway 14/32 was activated to maintain ongoing operations.
Passenger Safety and Response
All crew and passengers disembarked safely from the aircraft, which later taxied to the terminal gate. No injuries were reported. Emergency response teams were deployed immediately following the incident.
Aircraft Status and Investigation
The aircraft was grounded for inspection. Initial checks revealed damage to at least one of its engines. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched a probe, and Air India confirmed its full cooperation, emphasizing passenger safety as its top priority.
Wider Airport Operations
Runway 09/27 remained closed briefly for maintenance and repair. Mumbai airport operations were switched to the secondary runway to reduce disruption. Airline schedules faced some delays during the inspection period.
This event has renewed attention on Mumbai’s monsoon-season readiness and cthe auses of runway excursions. Aviation experts note that waterlogged runways, combined with reduced friction during wet landings, increase the risk of such incidents.
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