AI Express flight from Kannur to Jeddah turns back due to technical issue

The aircraft safely turned back to Kannur after a technical issue was detected during the journey, with passengers deboarded and alternative arrangements initiated.

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1 min read  |  Published: 16 Jun 2026

Kannur(Kerala):An Air India Express flight bound to Jeddah from Kannur returned within two hours of the flight on Tuesday due to a technical issue, airport sources said.

The aircraft with over 180 passengers took off at 7.40 am from Kannur airport. However, around two hours into the flight, the pilots found a technical issue and decided to return, the sources said.

"The flight landed safely in Kannur. We will know what the problem is hereafter," they said.

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