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'Full emergency' declared at Delhi airport as SpiceJet flight to Leh turns back mid-air after engine malfunction

February 24, 2026

A SpiceJet flight to Leh from Delhi was forced to return shortly after takeoff due to an engine malfunction. The Boeing 737 aircraft, carrying approximately 150 passengers, landed safely at Indira Gandhi International Airport without any reported injuries.

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Credit: Firstpost

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Flight SG121 from Delhi to Leh experienced an engine issue shortly after takeoff.
The aircraft returned safely to Delhi with around 150 passengers on board.
No injuries were reported, and passengers disembarked normally.
The incident prompted a 'full emergency' declaration at Delhi airport.

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'Full emergency' declared at Delhi airport as SpiceJet flight to Leh turns back mid-air after engine malfunction

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