An Air India flight briefly entered Pakistani airspace during a go-around manoeuvre while attempting to land at Amritsar, prompting an investigation by aviation authorities and renewed attention on flight safety procedures.
The incident involved an Air India flight arriving from Delhi. According to preliminary findings, the aircraft was unable to complete its landing approach at Amritsar and initiated a standard go-around procedure, which allows pilots to abort a landing attempt and circle back for another approach. During this manoeuvre, the aircraft inadvertently crossed into Pakistani airspace for a short period before returning to Indian airspace and landing safely.
No passengers or crew members were harmed, and the flight completed its journey without further incident. However, the brief airspace violation drew the attention of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), which has launched an inquiry into the circumstances that led to the deviation.
Officials are examining whether the incident resulted from navigational errors, procedural lapses, or factors related to air traffic control coordination. Aviation experts note that go-arounds are routine safety measures used worldwide when landing conditions are not ideal. However, aircraft operating near international borders are expected to maintain strict adherence to designated flight paths and airspace restrictions.
For passengers on board, the event passed largely unnoticed, with many learning about the airspace incursion only after media reports emerged. The aircraft landed safely, and normal operations resumed soon afterward.
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