Guwahati-Bound IndiGo Flight Returns To Pune After Landing Gear Fails To Retract, 192 On Board Safe

Last Updated:November 15, 2026, 12:08 IST

Flight 6E 0623 (VT-IZE) landed safely at 9:04 am after the landing gear reportedly failed to retract and remained extended.

All passengers and crew members were safely evacuated, with no injuries reported. (Representational)

An IndiGo flight from Pune to Guwahati carrying 192 people made an emergency landing at Pune Airport on Sunday after its pilot reported a technical issue involving the aircraft’s landing gear shortly after take-off.

Flight 6E 0623 (VT-IZE) landed safely at 9:04 am after the landing gear reportedly failed to retract and remained extended. All passengers and crew members were safely evacuated, with no injuries reported.

Following the pilot’s alert, Pune Airport authorities coordinated with Air Traffic Control (ATC), IndiGo and other agencies. The Indian Air Force declared a Full Emergency, putting fire services, ambulances and emergency response teams on high alert.

As a precaution, the aircraft made a low pass over the runway to allow the landing gear to be visually assessed before it touched down.

Three Fire-Fighting Vehicles Escort Aircraft After Landing

After landing, the aircraft was escorted to Bay No. 7 by three fire-fighting vehicles and two ambulances. Once officials confirmed that the aircraft had landed safely and the situation was under control, the Full Emergency was withdrawn at 9:10 am.

The aerobridge was subsequently connected, allowing all passengers to deboard safely. No injuries were reported among the 192 people on board.

IndiGo Arranging Alternate Aircraft For Guwahati Passengers

IndiGo is arranging an alternate aircraft from Bengaluru to Pune to take the affected passengers to their destination, Guwahati. Officials said the emergency response involved prompt coordination between the airport, ATC, the airline and other agencies, with established safety procedures being followed throughout the operation.

Passenger and crew safety remained the highest priority during the incident.

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Why did the Guwahati-bound IndiGo flight return to Pune Airport?

The IndiGo flight returned to Pune Airport after the pilot reported a technical issue where the aircraft’s landing gear failed to retract properly after take-off.

Were there any injuries reported during the emergency landing at Pune?

No injuries were reported among the 192 passengers and crew members on board.

How is IndiGo assisting passengers affected by the Pune flight incident?

IndiGo is arranging an alternate aircraft from Bengaluru to Pune to transport the affected passengers to their original destination in Guwahati.

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