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Six injured as Delhi-Zurich Swiss flight aborts takeoff after engine failure
Swiss International Air Lines flight LX147/SWR146 from Delhi to Zurich aborted take-off after a suspected engine failure, triggering an emergency evacuation. Officials said 245 people were on board, while the airline stated 228 passengers and four infants; six passengers were injured and required medical attention. The aircraft had arrived in Delhi from Zurich the previous night.
Why It Matters
The incident highlights safety protocols during takeoff and the management of emergency evacuations, which will be reviewed by authorities and the airline.
Timeline
3 Events
Swiss airline statement and on-board figures released
April 26, 2026
Swiss International Air Lines issued a statement acknowledging the incident involving flight LX147 in Delhi. It said the aircraft involved was an Airbus A330, registration HB-JHK, and that there were 228 passengers and four infants on board; officials had stated 245 people were on board. The airline said a task force had been established and the incident involved an engine issue shortly after take-off, with the crew evacuating as a precaution.
Take-off aborted and emergency evacuation following engine issue
April 26, 2026
The Airbus A330-300, operating as flight SWR146 from Delhi to Zurich, rejected take-off from runway 28 at 1:27 a.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2026, after a suspected engine failure, prompting an emergency evacuation. Six passengers required medical attention.
Arrival of the aircraft in Delhi from Zurich
April 25, 2026
Officials said the aircraft involved had arrived in Delhi from Zurich at 11:40 p.m. local time on Saturday, April 25, 2026.