Akasa Air Delhi-Mumbai flight was diverted to Ahmedabad on Monday (June 3) due to security reasons. There were a total of 186 passengers, 1 infant and six crew members onboard the Akasa Air flight QP 1719. All the passengers have been evacuated, and the flight is currently undergoing thorough checks.
“Akasa Air flight QP 1719, flying from Delhi to Mumbai on June 03, 2024, and carrying 186 passengers, 1 infant and six crew members on board, received a security alert on board. As per prescribed safety and security procedures, the plane was diverted to Ahmedabad, said Akasa Air spokesperson.
“The Captain followed all required emergency procedures and landed safely at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 10:13 hrs. All passengers have been deplaned. Akasa Air is following and supporting all safety and security protocols on ground,” the airline’s spokesperson added.