On July 18, 2024, an Air India flight from Delhi to San Francisco was forced to make an emergency landing in Russia due to a technical issue. The flight, identified as AI-183, operated by Boeing 777-200 (Reg. VT-ALG), was en route to San Francisco when it had to divert to Krasnoyarsk International Airport in Russia.
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According to a tweet from Air India, the aircraft landed safely, and the 225 passengers and 19 crew members are reported to be safe. The airline is working with relevant authorities to ensure that the passengers are taken care of during this unexpected stop. The exact nature of the technical issue that led to the diversion has not been disclosed. However, Air India has assured us that they are in contact with the relevant authorities and are making arrangements for a ferry flight to Krasnoyarsk to take the passengers to their final destination, San Francisco, as soon as possible.
This incident marks the second time in just over a year that an Air India flight bound for San Francisco was diverted to Siberia. In June 2023, another Air India flight on the same route had to make an emergency landing in Russia due to a technical problem.
The passengers and crew of the diverted flight have been provided with food, accommodation, and necessary assistance. Air India is working closely with Russian authorities to ensure the well-being and comfort of all onboard during this unexpected stop. As of now, the airline is focused on ensuring the safe continuation of the journey for the passengers and crew of flight AI-183. Further updates on the situation are expected as the airline works to resolve the issue and resume the flight to San Francisco.