IndiGo aircraft’s belly scrapes runway again; plane grounded

An IndiGo aircraft has scraped its belly on the runway for the second time in a short period. This incident is concerning because it highlights the potential design flaw in the A321 model, which is more prone to tail strikes due to its longer fuselage. The grounding of this plane is a precautionary measure to ensure passenger safety, and it may also lead to a review of the aircraft's maintenance and operation procedures.

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The repeated incidents of tail strikes may raise concerns about the airline's safety and maintenance. This could lead to a loss of customer confidence and potentially impact the airline's stock price.

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