A SpiceJet aircraft caught fire during engine maintenance work at Delhi airport on Tuesday, 25 July. The company said that the personnel who were handling the maintenance work on the aircraft were safe. A spokesperson added that the aircraft showed a fire warning during a ground run at the bay. A fire brigade was called as a precaution. Continue reading to know more about the fire that took place.
The Fire Outbreak
An official at the airport said that the fire was reported around 8 pm and was further extinguished. A passenger on an aircraft on the taxiway caught the raging fire on camera; this showed thick smoke emanating from the plane, SpiceJet Q400.
The bombardier dash 8-Q400 is a twin-engine aircraft used for the short haul. The plane was under maintenance when the engineers spotted a fire warning on one of the engines. The incident occurred on the day the country’s aviation regulator, the DCGA, took SpiceJet off the enhanced surveillance regime that was put in place after serious safety concerns. DGCA (directorate general of civil aviation) inspected 23 SpiceJet aircraft, consisting of Boeing 737 and Q 400, across 11 different locations. The airline is yet to release a statement on the incident.
The Aftermath
The incident caused enough disturbances at Delhi airport, which eventually caused flights to be delayed and canceled. Further, the passengers were advised to check with the airlines before entering the airport. The airport assured that the situation was under control and all the necessary measures had been taken to ensure the safety of passengers and staff. Moreover, this incident serves as an essential reminder to adhere to the DGCA safety regulations is very important. The findings will likely highlight areas for improvement in maintenance, training, and emergency response. Authorities must implement corrective actions based on these findings.
Although the aviation sector is known for its excellent safety record, occasional accidents serve as crucial warnings that safety must always be the priority.
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