An IndiGo Airbus A321neo operating as Flight 6E2142 from Delhi to Srinagar encountered a severe hailstorm during descent, resulting in significant damage to its nose cone and onboard weather radar. The aircraft, carrying 227 passengers and crew, landed safely despite the damage. No injuries were reported. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated an inquiry into the incident. The flight crew followed standard protocols, and maintenance teams are now assessing the full extent of structural impact.
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IndiGo Flight Hit by Hailstorm Near Srinagar, Nose Damaged in Mid-Air Emergency

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Picture Credits: X New Delhi, India: An IndiGo flight en route from Delhi to Srinagar was forced to declare an […]