Air India Express flight aborts landing at Bengaluru airport after runway object spotted

An Air India Express flight from Goa aborted its scheduled 8:10 p.m. landing at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport after air traffic control reported a foreign object on the runway. The aircraft was instructed by ATC to make a turnaround and circle back for a safe landing. Pilots complied and, after a few minutes, touched down without incident. Officials did not confirm whether the object was an animal or debris. The incident occurred on Saturday, October 18, 2026, and was reported by the airline’s sources.## Context The runway safety protocol requires ATC to halt any landing if debris or an unknown item is seen, to avoid damage to aircraft and ensure passenger safety.