Plane hits wall on take-off in India

    An Air India flight hit a wall as it was taking off from the south Indian city of Trichy.

    The passenger plane, destined for Dubai, sustained damage in the collision. However, the flight continued and was diverted to Mumbai – where all 130 passengers and six crew members landed safely.

    Air India said the two pilots, who have more than 6,500 hours of flying experience between them, have been grounded, pending investigation.

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