Air India on Thursday confirmed an incident involving Flight AI2802 operating from Bengaluru to Delhi on May 21, after the cockpit crew received a fire indication from one of the aircraft’s engines during the final approach to the national capital.
Air India confirms an incident involving Flight AI2802 operating from Bengaluru to Delhi on 21 May 2026.
During the aircraft’s final approach into Delhi, the cockpit crew received a fire indication from one of the engines. The indication was subsequently confirmed as true. The…
— Air India Newsroom (@AirIndia_News) May 21, 2026
According to the airline, the fire indication was later confirmed to be genuine. The crew immediately followed all standard operating procedures and safely landed the aircraft at Delhi airport.
“All passengers and crew members are safe and disembarked normally,” Air India said in a statement.
Airline initiates full investigation
The airline added that a full investigation into the incident has been initiated in coordination with the relevant regulatory authorities to determine the cause of the engine fire indication.
“Air India has immediately initiated a full investigation into the cause of the incident in coordination with the relevant regulatory authorities. We are committed to sharing further verified information as soon as it becomes available,” the statement said.
Passenger safety remains top priority
Reiterating its commitment to passenger safety, the airline stated that the safety of passengers and crew remains its highest priority.