Vistara A320neo Engine Catches Fire in Mumbai, All 185 Onboard Evacuated Safely
A Vistara Airbus A320neo experienced an engine fire while being towed at Mumbai's international airport on Friday. The incident occurred as the aircraft was being moved from the passenger terminal to a parking bay. A ground engineer spotted the fire and alerted the crew, prompting a full evacuation. All 179 passengers and six crew members deplaned safely. Vistara described the event as a "minor electrical malfunction" and confirmed the aircraft is now undergoing maintenance checks.
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