India, July 31 -- A London-bound Air India flight from Delhi returned to the bay on Thursday, July 31, due to a suspected technical fault.

The flight, with callsign AI2017, was preparing for take-off when the cockpit crew stopped the departure and brought the aircraft back for checks. The airline said all procedures were followed.

"An alternative aircraft is being deployed to fly the passengers to London at the earliest," the airline said.

Air India also said in its statement that its staff is helping those affected by the delay.

"Our ground staff is extending all support and care to the guests to minimise inconvenience caused due to this unexpected delay. At Air India, the safety and wellbeing of our passengers remain the top priorit...