Source NDTV
A Delhi-bound passenger flight was forced to make an emergency landing at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow after a smoke alarm was triggered mid-air, causing panic among passengers and crew.
According to initial reports, the aircraft had taken off as scheduled and was en route to Delhi when the cockpit received a warning signal indicating possible smoke in one of the compartments. Following standard safety protocols, the pilot immediately informed air traffic control and requested permission for an emergency landing at the nearest airport.
The flight was safely diverted to Lucknow, where emergency services, including fire tenders and medical teams, were kept on standby. The aircraft landed without any incident, and all passengers were safely evacuated as a precautionary measure.
Airport authorities later confirmed that no injuries were reported. A technical inspection of the aircraft was initiated to determine the exact cause of the smoke alarm. Early indications suggest that it may have been a false alarm or a minor technical glitch, though a detailed investigation is underway.
Passengers were provided assistance at the airport, and arrangements were made to transport them to their final destination. Airline officials assured that safety remains their top priority and commended the crew for handling the situation calmly and professionally.
Further updates are expected once the technical team completes its assessment of the aircraft.
