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Hyderabad, India: An IndiGo flight operating from Delhi to Chennai was diverted to Hyderabad on 11 October after smoke was detected from a passenger’s personal electronic device, with media reports identifying the device as a power bank that caught fire inside the aircraft’s overhead storage compartment. The aircraft landed safely at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Hyderabad, and an alternative aircraft was arranged to take passengers to Chennai. The flight, numbered 6E 6115, was operated by an Airbus A321, media reported that 191 people were aboard the aircraft. The exact breakdown of passengers and crew has not been independently confirmed through an official airline statement. No injuries were reported in connection with this flight. In a statement IndiGo said: “IndiGo flight 6E 6115, operating from Delhi to Chennai on October 11, 2026, was diverted to Hyderabad after smoke was detected from a customer’s personal electronic device. The cabin crew responded promptly and the situation was brought under control. In line with established protocols, the pilots diverted the flight and landed safely at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad. An alternate aircraft has been arranged to continue the journey to Chennai.” The airline added: “We regret the inconvenience caused to our customers due to this unforeseen situation and are making all efforts to minimise it, including offering refreshments and sharing timely updates.” Visuals circulated on social media and published by news outlets appeared to show flames and smoke coming from an overhead compartment, with passengers attempting to contain the fire. However, IndiGo’s statement did not specify the device involved, confirm the exact location of the fire or explain what caused the smoke. The power bank identification and details of the fire were reported by media outlets. The incident has renewed attention on the carriage and use of lithium-ion batteries aboard aircraft. IndiGo’s published baggage policy states that power banks and spare or loose lithium batteries are permitted only in hand baggage. They must remain within the passenger’s personal reach, such as under the seat, in a seat pocket or carried on the person. The policy explicitly states that these items must not be stored in overhead compartments or checked baggage. The airline’s policy also says that, subject to applicable security clearance, passengers may carry up to two spare or loose lithium-ion batteries, including power banks, rated up to 100 watt-hours (Wh). Batteries between 100 Wh and 160 Wh may be permitted under specified approval conditions for portable medical devices. Battery terminals must be insulated to prevent short circuits, and power banks must not be recharged or used to charge another device while aboard the aircraft. IndiGo’s boarding information also instructs passengers not to use or charge power banks during flights. The airline’s restrictions apply to both domestic and international services. The reported location of the fire is significant because the airline’s policy specifically prohibits storing power banks in overhead compartments. However, the available reporting does not establish how the device came to be stored there or whether any passenger or airline procedure was breached. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued a Dangerous Goods Advisory Circular on 11 November 2025, advising airlines to prohibit the use of power banks to charge portable electronic devices during flights because of safety concerns involving lithium batteries. In a written answer to Rajya Sabha Unstarred Question No. 1801, answered on 9 March 2026, the Ministry of Civil Aviation confirmed the advisory’s date and purpose. The government stated that the DGCA issued the circular “advising airlines to prohibit the use of power banks for charging portable electronic devices during flight, in view of safety concerns arising from lithium battery-related incidents.” The government also stated that the first such instance was reported to the DGCA on 19 October 2025. The parliamentary answer referred to the advisory and the Aircraft (Carriage of Dangerous Goods) Rules, 2026. Lithium-ion batteries can overheat and enter a process known as thermal runaway, potentially causing smoke, fire and the release of hot gases. Such events can be difficult to manage in an aircraft cabin, making prompt detection and crew intervention important. The precise mechanism behind the reported fire on flight 6E 6115 has not been established in the airline statement or the reports cited here. Earlier IndiGo power bank incidents: The latest incident follows an earlier power bank fire aboard IndiGo flight 6E 108, which operated from Hyderabad to Chandigarh on 5 May 2026. The aircraft had landed in Chandigarh and was taxiing when a passenger’s power bank caught fire in a seat pocket. Two fire extinguishers were used, and passengers were evacuated. Another incident occurred on 19 October 2025, when a passenger’s power bank reportedly caught fire in a seat-back pocket aboard IndiGo flight 6E 2107 from Delhi to Dimapur while the aircraft was taxiing for take-off. The flight returned to its parking bay. These incidents have highlighted the importance of keeping power banks accessible, avoiding their use during flights and informing cabin crew immediately if a device becomes unusually hot, emits smoke or produces an unusual smell. For the 11 October incident, the airline’s publicly reported statement confirms the smoke detection, crew response, diversion and safe landing. The precise cause of the fire, the device’s specifications and the circumstances in which it was stored remain unconfirmed.

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START: India is emerging as the fastest-growing aviation market worldwide, yet it faces a significant hurdle: a shortage of trained technical personnel, including pilots, engineers, and technicians. This challenge is expected to become more acute as Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) vehicles enter the market within the next year or two, creating an additional need for pilots. The issue stems largely from inadequate planning and foresight by the authorities. Consequently, many aspiring Indian pilots are pursuing training in countries like Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bosnia, Montenegro, and the Philippines. In fact, approximately 700 out of every 1,000 commercial pilot licenses issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) are earned abroad. India’s Potential as a Global Hub for Aviation Education Considering India’s expansive geography and favorable weather for flying, the country is ideally suited to be a global hub for aviation education. In the 1980s and 1990s, students from nations such as Iran, Jordan, Palestine, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and several African countries came to India for flight training. Today, the trend has reversed, with Indian students going overseas for pilot education. One key reason is the slow pace of domestic training programs and the cumbersome security clearance process for foreign students, which discourages them from enrolling in India. Competition from International Flight Schools Meanwhile, nations like the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia have established world-class flight schools. Students from neighboring Arab countries now mostly prefer the United States, Canada, and Europe for training, despite these regions lacking ideal weather for primary flight instruction. Domestic regulations further complicate matters. The DGCA allows a flight school to operate only if it meets minimum requirements for aircraft and paid-up capital, while the Airports Authority of India (AAI) imposes additional capital requirements. These rules do not guarantee quality education but are often sufficient to prevent many capable entrepreneurs from opening flight schools. By contrast, an Indian entrepreneur started a flight school in New Zealand with a single rented aircraft, which has since expanded to a fleet of over 20 planes and now attracts Indian students. Shortage of Trainer Aircraft The shortage of trainer aircraft is another pressing challenge. In the 1970s, Prof. David Hazen of Princeton University, invited by the Indian government to establish the first aeronautical department at IIT Kanpur, outlined a roadmap for India to achieve self-reliance in aviation training. However, progress has been slow. The DGCA developed the Swati light aircraft, manufactured by Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), but a fatal accident during testing brought the program to an end. Similarly, the Hansa trainer created by the National Aerospace Laboratory (NAL) was rejected by most flight schools. Lessons from the Pushpak Aircraft A comparison with the Pushpak aircraft is instructive. Manufactured in the 1950s, HAL produced 160 Pushpaks, which served India reliably for over 50 years and maintained an excellent safety record. In 1968, the government gifted one Pushpak each to Singapore and Malaysia to help them establish their flight training programs. The Pushpak’s success was largely due to it being modeled closely on the proven US Aeronca Chief. NAL later developed the next-generation Hansa (NG Hansa), which was showcased at the 2020 Wings India airshow, but production has yet to start, and setting up the necessary infrastructure would still take several years even if action begins immediately. Global Trainer Aircraft Shortages and LSAs The shortage of trainer aircraft is not unique to India. Major manufacturers such as Cessna and Piper had slowed production, underestimating demand, and now struggle to meet global requirements. Other countries have tackled this problem by incorporating Light Sport Aircraft (LSAs) into flight training. Equipped with advanced navigation systems, LSAs are cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and widely used in the US and EU for commercial pilot instruction. However, Indian regulations currently do not permit LSAs for commercial pilot training. Despite being equipped with only a magnetic compass, pilots trained on Pushpaks have gone on to fly advanced aircraft like the Boeing 777 and Airbus A320. Allowing LSAs in India could reduce aircraft shortages, encourage domestic manufacturing, generate employment, and attract foreign investment. Lack of Experienced Flight Instructors The lack of experienced flight instructors adds another layer of difficulty. Rapid growth in airlines such as Indigo and Air India has led many instructors to leave training schools for better pay, career progression, and recognition in commercial aviation. This high turnover leaves less-experienced instructors teaching students, unlike other professional fields where teachers usually have extensive industry experience. In countries like the US, airline pilots can provide primary flight training in their spare time, giving trainees the advantage of learning from seasoned professionals and ensuring higher safety standards. Without urgent, proactive measures, India will continue to rely on foreign nations to fulfill the increasing demand for skilled professionals in its civil aviation sector. https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-insight/knowledge/flight-training-a-challenge-in-civil-aviation-101727069965710.html

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