MUMBAI- Tata Group-owned Air India (AI) flight from Cochin International Airport (COK), Kochi, to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), Mumbai, experienced a runway excursion upon landing on July 21, 2025.
According to initial reports, the incident occurred due to heavy rainfall in the region. The Airbus A320, operating as flight AI 2744, overshot the runway at Mumbai Airport amid heavy rainfall.
Photo: avgeekwithlens/ Harsh TekriwalAir India Runway Excursion at Mumbai
Air India flight AI2744 departed from Cochin International Airport (COK) in Kerala and approached Mumbai in challenging weather conditions, including intense rainfall.
Upon landing at approximately 09:27 AM local time, the aircraft failed to maintain alignment with the runway, leading to a brief runway excursion.
Sources suggest that three tyres of the Airbus A320 burst during the incident, potentially causing damage to the aircraft’s engine.
Despite these complications, the pilots managed to taxi the aircraft safely to the terminal gate. All passengers and crew disembarked without any injuries.
In an official statement, Air India (AI) confirmed the event and emphasized that the aircraft had been grounded for a thorough inspection. The airline reaffirmed that the safety of passengers and crew is its top priority.
According to Aviation A2Z sources, the aircraft skidded while attempting to exit Runway 9/27 via N4. The aircraft sustained heavy damage and is currently grounded for inspection and maintenance.
The flight was operated by an Airbus A320neo, registered as VT-TYA, which is an ex-Vistara aircraft. Further, it is a 4.5-year-old aircraft, powered by two CFM LEAP-1A engines.
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Photo: avgeekwithlens/ Harsh TekriwalAirport Response and Operational Adjustments
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) authorities swiftly activated emergency response teams to manage the situation. Minor damages were reported on the airport’s primary runway, 09/27, prompting the temporary suspension of operations on that surface.
To ensure minimal disruption to Mumbai’s busy air traffic, airport management transitioned operations to the secondary runway, 14/32. Repair and inspection works on the main runway commenced immediately to restore full operational capacity.
CSMIA’s spokesperson reiterated the airport’s commitment to safety and operational continuity:
“At CSMIA, safety always remains our highest priority. The emergency teams responded efficiently, ensuring passenger and crew safety while maintaining airport operations.”
Photo: By Anna Zvereva from Tallinn, Estonia – Air India, VT-ANQ, Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=87549827Similar Incident
Air India flight AI 113, operating from Delhi (DEL) to Birmingham (BHX), encountered a technical malfunction upon landing at Birmingham Airport (BHX) on December 13, 2024.
The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner experienced a hydraulic system leak in its front landing gear, causing it to remain stationary on the runway, sources told Aviation A2Z.
The incident led to temporary disruptions at Birmingham (BHX), as landings and take-offs were briefly suspended while emergency services attended to the aircraft. No injuries were reported, and all passengers remained safe.
Flight AI113 departed from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) at 01:53 IST, after a minor delay from its scheduled departure. The aircraft, registered VT-ANN, was due to land at Birmingham (BHX) at 17:15 local time. However, it entered a holding pattern over Birmingham for approximately 35 minutes before initiating the final approach.
The Dreamliner landed on Runway 15 at 17:47 local time. Shortly after landing, the hydraulic system issue on the front landing gear was identified, preventing the aircraft from vacating the runway. This prompted airport authorities to halt all arrivals and departures temporarily.
Aviation sources indicate that the pilots likely held the aircraft in the air longer to burn excess fuel, reducing the landing weight and ensuring safety during the eventual touchdown. Emergency response teams were swiftly deployed once the aircraft landed.
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