Air India’s Delhi–Bengaluru flight reports a tail strike during landing at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, according to multiple outlets. The incident is described as occurring as the aircraft touches down. Sources report that the plane lands safely and that all passengers and crew remain unharmed. After landing, the passengers and crew disembark normally, with airline and airport checks following the event.
Several reports indicate that the aircraft is grounded pending inspections. Outlets also note that further details on the extent of damage and the circumstances leading to the tail strike are not immediately available, with initial information limited to the safe arrival and the need for thorough structural assessment. The airline’s position, as reflected across coverage, is that safety of those on board was not compromised, while technical evaluation is required to determine any impact and to decide on aircraft restoration or further operational steps.
