IndiGo Aircraft Suffers Tail Strike During Landing At Mumbai Airport, Probe On

The aircraft subsequently landed safely after another attempt. It will undergo thorough inspections, repairs, and regulatory approvals before returning to service.

An IndiGo Airbus A321 experienced a tail strike during a low-altitude go-around at Mumbai airport due to bad weather.

Source : PTI

An IndiGo aircraft suffered a tail strike on Saturday while attempting to land at Mumbai airport, said the airline in a statement. 

The Airbus A321 aircraft tail touched the runway while executing a low-altitude go-around due to unfavourable conditions, the airline said.

"On August 16, 2025, an IndiGo Airbus A321 aircraft tail touched the runway while executing a low-altitude go-around due to unfavourable weather conditions in Mumbai," the statement read. 

"Thereafter, the aircraft carried out another approach and landed safely. Following the standard protocol, the aircraft will go through necessary checks/ repairs and regulatory clearance before resuming operations," it added.