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London-bound Virgin Atlantic flight makes emergency landing at Bengaluru after technical problem

From Hindustan Times · () English

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  • A London-bound Virgin Atlantic flight carrying 270 passengers returned to Bengaluru after developing a technical problem shortly after takeoff.
  • The aircraft circled near Tumakuru for more than half an hour before making an emergency landing as a safety precaution.
  • Airport sources said all passengers were safe, while authorities were investigating the nature of the problem and awaiting a statement from the airline.

A Virgin Atlantic flight bound for London made an emergency landing at Bengaluru airport after developing a technical problem shortly after takeoff, airport sources said. All 270 passengers on board were reported safe.

The flight departed Kempegowda International Airport at about 8:20 a.m. It reportedly developed the problem soon after departure, prompting the crew to circle near Tumakuru for more than half an hour before returning to Bengaluru.

Sources at Bangalore International Airport Limited said the aircraft landed as a safety precaution. Airport authorities were working to determine the exact nature of the technical issue, while a statement from Virgin Atlantic was awaited.

All passengers on board are safe.

· Bangalore International Airport Limited sourcesAirport sources confirmed the reported condition of the 270 passengers after the aircraft returned to Bengaluru.
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