Pune Airport Reopens After IAF Jet Incident
By ThePip Desk•
Key Highlights
Pune Airport resumes operations after an IAF fighter jet incident caused a runway closure. Minimal disruption reported. Flights are now operating normally.
Pune Airport resumed operations Saturday morning following an incident involving an Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft late Friday night. The event had necessitated the closure of the runway.
Airport authorities confirmed that the runway was cleared, and all mandatory safety checks were completed, allowing flight departures to recommence at 7:30 am. Arrivals subsequently restarted at 8:00 am.
The disruption was caused by a fighter jet experiencing undercarriage failure while landing. The prompt response ensured minimal impact on scheduled flights, with normal operations now restored.