A bus stationed close to an Air India aircraft at Indira Gandhi International Airport (T3) caught fire on Tuesday, triggering panic among ground staff and nearby passengers.
Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported, and the situation was swiftly brought under control by the airport’s fire and safety team.
Incident Details
According to officials, the bus was parked a few metres from an Air India plane that was preparing for passenger boarding.
Around 9:45 AM, smoke was seen billowing from the vehicle’s rear engine area.
Firefighters arrived within minutes and managed to extinguish the flames before the fire could spread toward the aircraft.
A video of the incident, which has gone viral on social media, shows thick smoke and flames erupting as staff rush to move away from the scene.
Response From Authorities
Airport officials confirmed that no passengers were inside the bus at the time of the fire.
The Delhi Fire Service (DFS) deployed two fire tenders to the site, and the blaze was doused promptly.
“The fire was restricted to the vehicle, and no damage was caused to the aircraft or nearby equipment,”
said an airport spokesperson.
The cause of the fire is believed to be a mechanical or electrical fault in the bus’s engine compartment.
Flight Operations Unaffected
Despite the dramatic visuals, flight operations at T3 continued normally, with no major disruptions reported.
Airport authorities have launched an internal safety inspection of all ground vehicles to ensure compliance with fire and maintenance protocols.
Background
This incident adds to a string of recent airport ground safety concerns globally, prompting authorities to recheck fuel safety standards and maintenance routines for support vehicles operating near runways and aircraft bays.
The Air India ground handling team has reportedly submitted a detailed report to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for further review.
❓ FAQ
Q1: Where did the incident occur?
At Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, Terminal 3 (T3).
Q2: Was the bus carrying passengers?
No. The bus was empty at the time of the fire.
Q3: Was any aircraft damaged?
No, the Air India plane was safe, with no damage reported.
Q4: What caused the fire?
Preliminary reports suggest a mechanical or electrical fault in the bus engine.
Q5: Were flights delayed?
No major flight delays or cancellations occurred due to the incident.
Conclusion
The bus fire near an Air India plane at Delhi Airport’s T3 could have led to a major disaster — but thanks to the swift action of airport and fire safety teams, tragedy was averted.
Authorities are now investigating the cause to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Published on : 28th October
Published by : SMITA
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