Swiss flight aborts takeoff in Delhi

27-Apr-2026

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A major fire scare occurred at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport when smoke and flames were seen from the landing gears of a Swiss International Airlines Airbus A330 preparing for takeoff to Zurich. 

With 232 passengers and 13 crew onboard, the flight was aborted, and an emergency evacuation was conducted, injuring at least six people. Firefighters responded promptly, and airport operations remained unaffected. Swiss Airlines confirmed safety protocols were followed, and technical experts will inspect the aircraft before further steps.