IndiGo flight from Delhi to Manchester forced to make U-turn due to sudden airspace restrictions over West Asia

Iran Herald · March 9, 2026 Sanctions

New Delhi [India], March 9 (ANI): IndiGo flight 6E 033 from Delhi to Manchester was forced to return to Delhi after being airborne for nearly eight hours due to sudden airspace restrictions over West Asia. The airline prioritised safety, citing 'last-minute airspace restrictions' as the reason. IndiGo is working with authorities to explore resuming the journey.

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