Air India Express flight returns to Tiruchirappalli after being denied landing permission in Dubai amid war situation

28 Feb 2026 • 7:54 PM MYT
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Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], February 28 (ANI): An Air India Express flight bound for Dubai was denied landing permission amid the ongoing war situation in the Middle East region.

The aircraft, which departed at around 12:45 pm today, with 145 passengers on board, turned back mid-journey following the restriction.

According to the airport director, the flight is currently en route to Tiruchirappalli International Airport and is expected to land shortly.

Further details awaited. (ANI)

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