An IndiGo flight operating from Patna to Lucknow was struck by lightning while flying at an altitude of around 17,000 feet, causing damage to the aircraft’s nose section.
Despite the incident, the flight landed safely at Lucknow Airport, with all 104 passengers and crew members unharmed.
The aircraft, operating as Flight 6E925, encountered severe weather conditions during its journey from Patna to Lucknow. The lightning strike reportedly hit the aircraft while it was approaching its destination, damaging the front portion of the plane.
Thanks to the prompt response and professionalism of the flight crew, the aircraft completed a safe landing at Lucknow Airport. Passengers were safely disembarked, and no injuries were reported.
Following the incident, the affected aircraft was taken out of service for a detailed technical inspection. Engineers are assessing the extent of the damage caused by the lightning strike before the aircraft returns to operations.
The disruption also affected the aircraft’s onward service to Ahmedabad. Passengers scheduled for the Lucknow-Ahmedabad sector were accommodated on a replacement aircraft and later departed safely.
