As night began to settle over the bustling city of Kolkata, an unexpected hiccup sent ripples of concern through the travelers at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport. In the early hours of July 8, while most of the city was still in deep slumber, adventure-bound passengers aboard Flight TLM243 experienced a sudden turn of events that would put their holiday plans on pause. This Thai Lion Air flight, destined for the vibrant streets of Bangkok, faced a technical snag mid-taxi, leading to a return to safety before they even had a chance to spread their wings. The ominous problem, a malfunction with the aircraft’s crucial flaps, was detected mere moments after the Airbus pulled away from its berth at 2.35am UTC. For those in the know, flaps are essential components that significantly contribute to an aircraft’s lift and stability during both take-off and landing. Without them, the journey could…
