IndiGo Flight Lands Safely After Mid-Air Landing Gear Technical Snag

An aircraft operated by IndiGo faced a technical issue with its landing gear system while operating flight 6E2157 during landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Friday morning, but the situation was managed safely, highlighting the strength of aviation safety design and pilot training. The aircraft, an Airbus A321neo , was carrying more than 210 passengers when the automatic deployment system did not function as expected during approach. Following standard procedures, the pilots switched to the manual extension system , which worked properly, allowing the aircraft to land without incident. No injuries were reported, and there was no need for an emergency evacuation.

In its official response, IndiGo termed the occurrence a “minor technical snag” and confirmed that crew followed all prescribed standard operating procedures . After landing, the aircraft underwent routine inspections and necessary maintenance checks before being cleared to operate subsequent flights, though some services were delayed. Such incidents, while rare, are addressed through strict engineering protocols . Maintenance teams examine components such as the gear lever switch, electrical circuits, hydraulic systems , and position sensors, while flight data is reviewed to determine the exact cause. If required, findings are shared with regulators for further oversight.

Modern aircraft are built with multiple redundancy layers , especially in critical systems like landing gear. In the unlikely event that both automatic and manual systems fail, pilots are trained to perform a controlled gear-up landing with emergency services on standby. Aircraft structures are designed to protect the cabin, and aviation fuel is less volatile than commonly believed, reducing the risk of explosion. The incident ultimately demonstrates how backup systems, trained crews, and post-flight safety checks work together to ensure passenger safety.