According to the airline, the incident involved flight AI479, which was operating from Delhi to Amritsar on June 22. During the landing phase at Amritsar airport, the crew carried out a go-around manoeuvre and marginally crossed into Pakistani airspace.
Air India said the incident has been reported to the regulatory authorities and is currently under internal investigation. In an official statement, the airline confirmed that the crew operating flight AI479 had marginally infringed into Pakistani airspace while manoeuvring during the go-around procedure at Amritsar airport.
The airline emphasised that the safety of passengers and crew remains its highest priority. It added that the matter has been formally reported and is being examined to determine the circumstances surrounding the airspace infringement.
The incident has drawn attention because of the sensitivity of the airspace near the international border. With regulatory authorities informed and an internal review underway, the episode highlights the importance of strict adherence to aviation procedures and continuous monitoring to ensure flight safety.
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