Akasa Air A Delhi-bound Aakasa Air flight was hit by a bird during the climb at 19000 ft and suffered radome damage on Thursday morning.
The Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft, operated by the recently launched budget airline Akasa Air, was taking off from Ahmedabad airport.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said, "Today, Akasa B-737-8(Max) aircraft VT-YAF operating flight QP-1333 (Ahmedabad-Delhi) experienced a bird strike during the climb out passing 1900ft. Post landing at Delhi, Radome damage was observed. Aircraft declared AOG (Aircraft on ground) at Delhi." (sic)
"Akasa Air flight QP 1333 flying from Ahmedabad to Delhi on Oct 27 suffered a bird hit. The aircraft landed safely and all passengers were deboarded. As a result, the aircraft has been positioned for a detailed inspection," Akasa Air spokesperson said.
The first commercial flight of Akasa began in August of this year.
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