Kochi-Delhi Air India Flight Suffers Runway Incident; Passengers Safe, Investigation Underway

A significant aviation incident occurred at Kochi Airport when an Air India flight bound for Delhi skidded off the runway during takeoff. The event unfolded shortly after boarding Flight 504 on Sunday evening. The plane’s abrupt halt triggered widespread alarm among those on board, including prominent figures such as MP Hibi Eden. Preliminary reports suggest a possible engine malfunction as the cause, with authorities confirming the safety of all passengers. The aircraft is currently undergoing inspection following the incident, which caused disruption and anxiety among passengers, some of whom faced the prospect of missing connecting flights to the Gulf.