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IndiGo-A321 taken out of service after rear contact

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An A321 from IndiGo touched the stern of the train during the second landing attempt in Bengaluru. According to the airline, all people on board remained uninjured; the aircraft was taken off duty for investigations.

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IndiGo A321 suffers tail strike during second landing attempt in Bengaluru

Source date: 28.09.2026 · German published: 15.10.2026. The summary shall reflect the declared status; subsequent developments may deviate therefrom.

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