Nagpur: A British Airways Boeing 787 operating on the London (Heathrow)–Hyderabad route was forced to make an emergency landing at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur, early Tuesday morning due to bad weather and low visibility in Hyderabad.
The flight, carrying 169 passengers, landed safely at 5:30 AM on February 24, 2026. Airport authorities confirmed that all passengers and crew were safe and no injuries were reported.
Aircraft Grounded After Technical Fault Detected
After landing, routine safety checks revealed a technical malfunction, prompting authorities to ground the aircraft in Nagpur. British Airways engineers and airport technical teams are currently inspecting the aircraft to determine the extent of repairs needed.
Emergency Teams Placed on Alert
Ahead of the landing, Nagpur Airport activated its standard emergency response protocol. Fire services, medical teams, and ground staff were kept on standby to ensure a safe landing, officials said.
Key Details of the Incident
- Flight route: London (Heathrow) → Hyderabad
- Aircraft type: Boeing 787
- Cause of diversion: Poor weather & low visibility at Hyderabad Airport
- Landing time: 5:30 AM in Nagpur
- Passengers onboard: 169 (all safe)
- Current status: Aircraft grounded due to a technical issue found post-landing
British Airways is coordinating with authorities to provide assistance and onward travel arrangements once weather conditions improve and the aircraft is certified fit to fly.
Further updates from the airline and aviation officials are awaited.
