Air India’s Cockpit Window On Amritsar To Mumbai Flight ‘Bubbles Up,’ Blurring Visibility
Air India's Cockpit Window On Amritsar To Mumbai Flight 'Bubbles Up,' Blurring Visibility
A portion of the cockpit window on an Air India aircraft flying from Amritsar to Mumbai became opaque due to delamination, significantly affecting visibility. This incident occurred on Sunday and involved the port-side windshield, which developed a pattern of trapped bubbles due to air leakage into the folds of the multi-layered window.
A senior Air India commander explained that such damage typically results from air seeping between the layers of the cockpit window. “Cockpit window screens are composed of multiple layers. Some form of damage must have occurred, leading to air leakage into these layers,” he stated. Due to the severity of the damage, the aircraft cannot be cleared for its next flight until the issue is resolved. “Generally, delamination problems are confined to the edges of the windshield panel, but this case involves a large area of the side windshield covered with bubbles,” the commander added.
An Air India spokesperson acknowledged the issue, mentioning, “The crew reported a problem with the slider window in the cockpit, which is currently being inspected. If necessary, it will be replaced following standard procedures. Air India always prioritizes the safety of its passengers and crew.”
This incident follows another recent issue involving an Air India Express flight from Bengaluru to Cochin, which had to be diverted shortly after take-off due to an engine fire. These incidents highlight the critical importance of stringent safety checks and maintenance protocols in aviation to ensure the safety and reliability of aircraft operations.
