Akasa Air Boeing 737 Max 8 suffers tailstrike in Kolkata

An Akasa Air Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft experienced a tailstrike during a go-around maneuver at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata on October 31, 2026.

The aircraft, operating flight QP1925 from Ahmedabad, was attempting to land on runway 19L when the crew initiated an aborted landing. During the pitch-up maneuver, the rear fuselage made contact with the runway surface. Following the incident, the crew climbed to approximately 3,000 feet before successfully landing the plane about 20 minutes later.

No injuries were reported among passengers or crew members. The aircraft, registered as VT-YAG, was removed from service for technical inspection after post-flight checks revealed damage to the tail area. Akasa Air has notified the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and accident investigation authorities, who are conducting a comprehensive inquiry into the cause of the incident.