SpiceJet suspends Surat service after plane hits stray animal
While the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered a probe after the plane hit the animal endangering the lives of about 140 passengers on board along with crew member, SpiceJet said "stray animals are a growing menace in some airports."
"This incident has affected our regular operations and hence SpiceJet flights from Surat will now be suspended after this incident. Suspension will be effective as soon as possible,"its statement said.
It added: "One of our aircraft (flight no SG 622, a Boeing 737-800 with 140 passengers and 6 crew on board, from Surat to New Delhi) hit a buffalo on take-off roll at Surat airport last night. The buffalo was essentially invisible against a dark background. Thankfully all passengers and crew were safe, however the aircraft was impacted quite severely and hence was grounded.
"An alternate aircraft was arranged for the passengers. Passengers departed for New Delhi on a different aircraft flown in by SpiceJet at 10:55 pm yesterday from Surat."
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