Trichy: A Tiger Airways flight was grounded for more than 12 hours after the aircraft's rear tyre burst at around 1.35am on Friday here. The aircraft arrived from Singapore at 12:30am on Friday with 160 passengers and was supposed to take off with 124 passengers at 1:35am. The tyre was found deflated after it entered the apron from the tarmac.
Airline officials said passengers were informed about the issue and alternative arrangements were made. Passengers, who were travelling to Singapore, were provided accommodation in various city hotels.
The tyre of the aircraft needed to be changed, however spare wheel was available only in Chennai. It was transported with another flight from Chennai. The procedures in carrying out maintenance activities resulted in the delay, said ground crew of the airline.
08/08/15 Times of India
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Airline officials said passengers were informed about the issue and alternative arrangements were made. Passengers, who were travelling to Singapore, were provided accommodation in various city hotels.
The tyre of the aircraft needed to be changed, however spare wheel was available only in Chennai. It was transported with another flight from Chennai. The procedures in carrying out maintenance activities resulted in the delay, said ground crew of the airline.
08/08/15 Times of India
