India’s aviation regulator launched an investigation after an Air India aircraft ingested a cargo container while taxiing at Delhi airport. No passengers or crew members were injured. The aircraft’s right engine sustained serious damage, and Air India grounded it for repairs and inspection. Flight returned after sudden airspace restriction The Airbus A350 was en route to New York before returning to Delhi shortly after take-off. Iran temporarily closed its airspace, forcing airlines to reroute flights. The aircraft landed safely on Thursday morning. After landing, it left the runway and taxied toward the parking bay with passengers onboard. Dense fog limited…
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