Fly91 Flight Diverted to Bengaluru Due to Turbulence, Returns to Hubballi

A Fly91 ATR 72-600 aircraft operating flight IC3401 from Hyderabad to Hubballi was diverted to Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on April 19, 2026, after encountering severe turbulence near its destination. The incident, triggered by adverse weather conditions, caused significant panic among passengers, with viral social media footage showing individuals distressed and crying inside the cabin. The pilot addressed the passengers, emphasizing that safety was the top priority and explaining the decision to avoid landing in marginal conditions. According to flight tracking data, the plane circled Hubballi before diverting. Fly91 officially denied reports of any technical malfunction, clarifying that the diversion strictly followed standard operating procedures due to bad weather. The airline asserted there was zero compromise to safety. After landing in Bengaluru, the flight subsequently returned to Hubballi and then proceeded to its home base in Hyderabad. This event highlights the operational challenges posed by unpredictable weather patterns in regional aviation and the immediate impact on passenger psychology during mid-air emergencies.