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Lightning strike hits Phuket-Bengaluru aircraft of Akasa Air

An Akasa Air flight from Phuket to Bengaluru, operating on a Boeing 737 MAX, was diverted to Chennai due to adverse weather and experienced a lightning strike. The aircraft landed safely, and is undergoing engineering checks as per safety protocols. Pilots and crew managed the situation effectively.

20 Mar 2026 7:51 am