Pune Airport Runway Restored After IAF Aircraft Accident Incident; Flight Operations Resume
Pune, April 18, 2026: Flight operations at Pune Airport were temporarily disrupted after an incident involving an Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft rendered the runway unavailable on Friday evening. Authorities promptly suspended runway operations to ensure safety and assess the situation.
Officials confirmed that the incident did not result in any injuries to the aircrew, and no civil property was damaged. The swift response by airport authorities and the IAF ensured that the situation remained under control, preventing any major escalation.
Emergency repair work on the runway was undertaken on a war footing, with safety measures given the highest priority. Technical teams worked through the night to restore the runway to operational condition, minimizing inconvenience to passengers and airlines.
According to airport officials, departure operations are scheduled to resume from 7:30 AM, while arrival flights will begin landing from 8:00 AM. Airlines have been kept informed of the developments, and necessary arrangements were made to manage delays and reschedule affected flights.
With the runway now operational, air traffic in Pune is expected to gradually return to normal throughout the day. Authorities have assured that all safety protocols have been strictly followed before reopening the runway for regular flight operations.
