Etihad Airways cancels Abu Dhabi flight, passengers face harrowing time at Delhi airport
Approximately 200 Etihad Airways passengers were left stranded at Delhi airport after their flight to Abu Dhabi was cancelled due to a technical issue with the aircraft. The airline deboarded passengers late Saturday evening, causing significant travel disruptions.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the impact of technical failures on international travel and the challenges passengers face regarding airline accountability and alternative arrangements.
Around 200 Etihad Airways passengers had a harrowing time at the Delhi airport as their flight to Abu Dhabi was cancelled late Saturday (September 20, 2026) evening due to a technical issue with the Boeing 787 aircraft.
Multiple passengers who were to take flight EY217 from Delhi to Abu Dhabi said the flight was scheduled to depart at 9:15 p.m..
Around 200 passengers were deboarded from the aircraft, with the crew announcing that there was a technical issue with the aircraft, according to the passengers.
After a few hours, the airline announced the cancellation of the flight, leaving passengers looking for alternative options.
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