IndiGo A320neo Makes Emergency Landing in Ranchi Following Mid-Air Bird Strike

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On June 2, 2025, an IndiGo Airbus A320neo operating flight 6E6902 from Patna to Ranchi was forced to make an emergency landing after a mid-air collision with a vulture. The incident occurred as the aircraft was descending through approximately 4,000 feet on final approach to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) in Ranchi.

The flight, which had departed slightly behind schedule from Patna’s Jay Prakash Narayan Airport (PAT) at 11:59 AM local time, was proceeding normally until the bird strike prompted the flight crew to abort the approach. Air traffic control directed the aircraft into a holding pattern to allow for system checks and situational assessment.

Roughly 30 minutes after the collision, the aircraft successfully landed on runway 31 at Ranchi without any further complications. The airline later confirmed that the aircraft sustained minor damage to its nose cone assembly, which is currently undergoing inspection.

The aircraft involved in the incident, registered VT-IZH, is a 6.6-year-old Airbus A320neo that has been in service with IndiGo since its delivery in November 2018.

Bird strikes remain a growing concern for Indian aviation, especially during approach and departure phases. Although Ranchi is not categorized among the nation's highest-risk airports for bird activity, the presence of larger birds such as vultures and environmental attractants—like open waste or standing water—can elevate the risk. In response, India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has implemented strict wildlife hazard management protocols at airports, including routine patrols, grass maintenance, and removal of food sources to mitigate such threats.

This incident highlights the importance of robust wildlife management practices around airports and the need for ongoing vigilance to ensure passenger and crew safety.



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Location: Birsa Munda Airport, India

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