IndiGo flight 6E 2102 returned to Manohar International Airport in Goa shortly after taking off for Delhi on 1 September 2026, after a technical problem was detected in one engine. The aircraft landed safely, and all 229 passengers on board were reported safe.
Air traffic control declared a full emergency at the airport as the aircraft turned back. The exact nature of the engine problem has not been disclosed.
What happened during the flight
The flight departed Goa at 9:16 am. After the issue was detected in the air, the pilots turned the aircraft around towards Goa. Flight-tracking data indicated that the aircraft was flying at about 14,000 feet when it began returning over the coast of southern Maharashtra.
A full emergency was declared at around 9:30 am while the aircraft was heading back to the airport. It subsequently made an emergency landing at the Mopa airport in North Goa, formally known as Manohar International Airport.
IndiGo’s response
IndiGo confirmed that the aircraft returned soon after departure because of a technical problem. The airline said the pilots followed standard operating procedures, informed the relevant authorities and landed the aircraft safely at Manohar International Airport.
The aircraft is undergoing a maintenance inspection. IndiGo said it will be returned to service only after the required clearances are received.
The airline said passenger, crew and aircraft safety remained its highest priority. It apologised for the inconvenience and said refreshments and timely updates were provided to passengers. Alternative arrangements were also made to help them continue to Delhi.
What passengers need to know
The flight’s original journey to Delhi was interrupted, but the airline said passengers would be sent onward on another aircraft in the afternoon. The statement did not specify the replacement flight’s departure time or provide further details about the engine fault.
The incident involved a return to the departure airport rather than a landing at the planned destination. The aircraft’s next operation will depend on the outcome of the maintenance inspection and the necessary approvals.
Conclusion
Flight 6E 2102 returned safely to Goa after an in-flight technical problem, with all 229 passengers safe. IndiGo is examining the aircraft and will use it again only after the required clearances, while passengers are being provided alternative arrangements for travel to Delhi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What happened to IndiGo flight 6E 2102?
The Goa-Delhi flight returned to Manohar International Airport shortly after take-off after a technical problem was detected in one engine.
Q. When did the flight leave Goa?
The aircraft departed Goa at 9:16 am on 1 September 2026.
Q. How many passengers were on the flight?
There were 229 passengers on board.
Q. Were the passengers safe?
Yes. IndiGo said all passengers were safe after the aircraft landed in Goa.
Q. Why was a full emergency declared?
Air traffic control declared a full emergency while the aircraft was returning to the airport after the technical problem was detected.
Q. What will happen to the aircraft?
The aircraft is undergoing maintenance checks and will return to service only after the required clearances are received.
Q. How will passengers reach Delhi?
IndiGo said alternative arrangements were being made, including travel on another aircraft in the afternoon.
