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Doha-Bound Air India Express Flight Returns to Calicut Airport 2 Hours After Take-Off Due to Technical Issues

KERALA, INDIA, JUL 23 – Flight IX-375 carrying 188 people returned safely after two hours due to a cabin air conditioning fault, with no injuries reported and an alternative flight arranged by the airline.

  • Air India Express flight IX 375 from Calicut to Doha returned to Calicut International Airport on July 23, 2025, due to a technical issue after being airborne for about two hours.
  • The return followed the detection of a malfunction in the aircraft's cabin air conditioning system, and officials clarified it was a precautionary, not an emergency, landing.
  • The Boeing 737 carried 188 people including crew and pilots, and after landing safely at 11:12 am, passengers were deboarded and provided refreshments while alternative arrangements were made.
  • A representative from Air India Express announced that a substitute flight was arranged to take off by 1:30 pm, and a detailed inquiry into the cause is currently ongoing.
  • The airline emphasized passenger care and safety priority, expressing regret for the inconvenience and confirming all regulatory authorities have been informed about the incident.
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Air India Express flight from Kozhikode to Doha had to return to Kozhikode airport shortly after takeoff due to a technical fault

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The Economic Times broke the news in on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
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