Why Delhi-Srinagar IndiGo flight couldn’t turn back from the storm: Flying Beast Gaurav Taneja explains the tricky call

A recent IndiGo flight from Delhi to Srinagar flew through a severe hailstorm after being denied entry into Pakistani airspace. Aviation YouTuber and former pilot Gaurav Taneja, known as Flying Beast, analysed the incident and pointed out a key error that may have prevented an emergency clearance. He explained how flight protocols, airspace control, and radar limitations compounded the issue, leaving pilots with limited options. His analysis raises serious questions about weather forecasting, pilot training, and regional airspace coordination.