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  Air India flight suffers tail strike during landing at Bengaluru airport, grounded

  India | May 21, 2026 23:15 IST

  The flight reported a tail strike after landing at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Thursday following which it was grounded for inspection. All passengers were reported safe and deboarded.

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  Tail strike: What it is, how it happens and why it matters in aviation? | Explained

  India | December 13, 2025 17:35 IST

  Tail strike: Airlines and aviation authorities regard tail strikes as critical incidents, necessitating immediate reporting and thorough investigation. Regulatory agencies such as DGCA and IATA require comprehensive post-incident inspections and may reassess pilot training and operational protocols.