Engine Failure Grounds Maldivian Umrah Flight — Pilgrims Left Waiting in Jeddah

A Maldivian AERO Umrah charter flight from Jeddah (Flight Q2 6360) was grounded on Saturday due to an engine failure, leaving pilgrims stranded on the aircraft for over an hour. The flight, operated by national carrier Maldivian, was scheduled to depart Jeddah at 15:00 (Maldives time) to bring Maldives Hajj Corporation pilgrims home. Maldivian did not issue a public statement or provide clear information, drawing sharp criticism from travellers and the Hajj Corporation. This incident adds to past operational setbacks during travel seasons, with accusations of poor maintenance and inadequate contingency planning. The Maldives Hajj Corporation and airline have not confirmed when pilgrims will be flown home.

A Maldivian AERO Umrah charter flight from Jeddah (Flight Q2 6360) was grounded on Saturday due to an engine failure, leaving pilgrims stranded on the aircraft for over an hour. The flight, operated by national carrier Maldivian, was scheduled to depart Jeddah at 15:00 (Maldives time) to bring Maldives Hajj Corporation pilgrims home. Maldivian did not issue a public statement or provide clear information, drawing sharp criticism from travellers and the Hajj Corporation. This incident adds to past operational setbacks during travel seasons, with accusations of poor maintenance and inadequate contingency planning. The Maldives Hajj Corporation and airline have not confirmed when pilgrims will be flown home.

A Maldivian AERO Umrah charter flight from Jeddah (Flight Q2 6360) was grounded on Saturday due to an engine failure, leaving pilgrims stranded on the aircraft for over an hour. The flight, operated by national carrier Maldivian, was scheduled to depart Jeddah at 15:00 (Maldives time) to bring Maldives Hajj Corporation pilgrims home. Maldivian did not issue a public statement or provide clear information, drawing sharp criticism from travellers and the Hajj Corporation. This incident adds to past operational setbacks during travel seasons, with accusations of poor maintenance and inadequate contingency planning. The Maldives Hajj Corporation and airline have not confirmed when pilgrims will be flown home.

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