Air India Express flight safely lands at Karipur Airport in Kerala after suspected hydraulic issue – Kerala News

An Air India Express flight from Dubai made a precautionary landing at Karipur Airport, Kerala, on Friday morning after its pilot suspected a failure in the hydraulic system. Flight IX344, which was bound for Karipur, was carrying 182 people, including six crew members.

The aircraft landed safely at around 8.30 am, airport sources confirmed. A full emergency was declared at the airport as a precautionary measure, with authorities taking immediate action to ensure the safety of all passengers onboard.

Despite the initial concerns, the aircraft completed the landing without any issues. Following the safe arrival, the emergency status was promptly withdrawn, and normal operations resumed at the airport. Sources confirmed that all passengers and crew were unharmed, and the situation was handled smoothly.