Tuesday, December 10, 2019

GoAir Singapore-Bengaluru flight grounded; smell of oil reported in cabin mid-air

New Delhi: A GoAir flight was on Monday grounded in Singapore following a technical issue. The GoAir flight number G828 was en route to Bengaluru from Singapore when the smell of oil was reported by the crew in cabin and cockpit mid-air, leading to the grounding of the flight back in Singapore.

There were 158 passengers onboard.

The aircraft is currently being attended to by GoAir engineering team.

Meanwhile, GoAir spokesperson said the safety of passengers and crew is of paramount importance. The airline further expressed regret for any inconvenience caused to passengers.

As per the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) sources, the matter is under investigation. Engine maker Pratt & Whitney has been asked to look into the problem and submit a report as soon as possible.

Notably, the budget carrier has been asked by aviation regulator DGCA to replace their faulty P&W engines on their Airbus 320neo aircraft.
10/12/19 TimesNowNews
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