No fatalities

Go Air A320 Returns to Delhi After Engine Power Loss

Dehli, India

On February 8, 2017, an AIRBUS A320 271 operated by Go Air was involved in an aviation accident near Dehli, India. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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AIRBUS A320 271
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On February 8, 2017, a Go Air A320 experienced a loss of power in its No. 1 engine shortly after takeoff from Delhi, prompting an immediate return. The engine auto shutdown after a low pressure warning.

Overview

On February 8, 2017, at approximately 1932 local time (1402 UTC), a Go Air Airbus A320 aircraft experienced a power loss in its No. 1 engine shortly after departure. The aircraft, equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW1127G engines, was forced to return to Delhi immediately.

Event Details

The incident began when the flight crew received a low pressure warning for the No. 1 engine. This was followed by an automatic shutdown of the engine. The aircraft, operated by the Indian carrier Go Air, had just taken off and was in the initial climb phase. The crew decided to return to Delhi for landing.

The investigation into the event is under the jurisdiction of the Government of India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB). The AAIB has released preliminary information, indicating that further details may be obtained from their office in New Delhi.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Feb 2017 AIRBUS A320 271 accident near Dehli, India?

On February 8, 2017, a Go Air A320 experienced a loss of power in its No. 1 engine shortly after takeoff from Delhi, prompting an immediate return. The engine auto shutdown after a low pressure warning.

Were there any fatalities in the 8 Feb 2017 AIRBUS A320 271 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Feb 2017 involved an AIRBUS A320 271, operated by Go Air, at Dehli, India.