Overview
- The Delhi-bound Airbus A320, which diverted Monday evening, landed in Lucknow after the crew reported suspected smoke near the avionics bay.
- The crew declared an emergency with PAN PAN and Mayday calls, and oxygen masks dropped in the cabin as a precaution.
- Airport fire and technical teams met the flight, inspected the jet, and reported no visible smoke or fire after landing.
- All 148 people were evacuated without injuries, and the airline rebooked many to Delhi while others received hotel stays or refunds.
- The aircraft remains grounded in AOG status in Lucknow pending detailed checks and an airworthiness sign-off, reflecting protocol when alerts involve critical avionics systems.