Air India San Francisco–Delhi Flight Makes Precautionary Landing in Mongolia Over Suspected Technical Issue
An Air India Boeing 777 flight from San Francisco to Delhi via Kolkata made a precautionary landing in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, after the crew suspected a technical issue mid-air. The aircraft landed safely, all passengers and crew remain safe, and the plane is undergoing technical inspections. The airline is coordinating passenger support and efforts to resume the journey promptly.
On November 2, 2025, Air India flight AI174 operating a Boeing 777 from San Francisco to Delhi (via Kolkata) diverted to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, following a suspected technical glitch detected by the flight crew over a transpolar route. The precautionary landing was not an emergency but a safety measure. The aircraft landed safely with approximately 228 passengers and 17 crew onboard, all unharmed. Air India confirmed the plane is currently undergoing necessary technical checks in Ulaanbaatar. The airline expressed regret for the inconvenience caused and stated passenger and crew safety remains its highest priority. Efforts are underway in coordination with partners and Mongolian authorities to assist stranded passengers, provide accommodations, and facilitate their onward journey to India as soon as conditions permit. Flight tracking services verified the diversion and safe landing. This incident is notable as such landings in Mongolia are rare on this route. Previous Air India flights have faced similar precautionary measures recently, reflecting the airline's commitment to safety during sudden technical concerns.
