An Air India flight arriving in Lucknow from Delhi had to execute a ‘go-around’—aborting its initial landing attempt—due to an unstable approach at Amausi Airport. Notably, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi was on board this flight. Thanks to the pilot’s quick thinking and judgment, the aircraft landed safely at Amausi Airport (CCSI Airport) on the second attempt. Prioritizing safety due to the unstable approach, the pilot of Air India flight AI-1717 halted the landing, climbed back to a higher altitude, and repositioned the aircraft for a fresh approach.
Air India flight AI-1717 had to perform a go-around just before landing at Lucknow’s Amausi Airport. Significantly, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi was among the passengers. However, the pilot’s prudent action ensured a safe landing on the second attempt. Passengers and security agencies breathed a sigh of relief following the incident. According to reports, the aircraft experienced a sudden jolt as it neared the runway, prompting the pilot to climb back up in the interest of safety. This sudden event caused a brief moment of panic among the passengers on board. A ‘go-around’ is a standard safety procedure in aviation.
Current information indicates that the incident was related to safety protocols followed by the pilot. The aircraft (AI-1717) had departed from Delhi at 2:20 PM and was scheduled to arrive in Lucknow around 3:30 PM. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was also on board.
