SynopsisAn Air India Express flight from Kannur to Jeddah, carrying over 180 passengers, returned to its origin airport within two hours of departure on Tuesday. Pilots detected a technical issue mid-flight, prompting the safe landing back in Kannur. Further investigation will determine the exact nature of the problem.AgenciesAn Air India Express flight bound to Jeddah from Kannur returned within two hours of the flight on Tuesday due to a technical issue, airport sources said.The aircraft with over 180 passengers took off at 7.40 am from Kannur airport, but around two hours into the flight, the pilots found a technical issue and decided to return, the sources said. "The flight landed safely in Kannur. We will know what the problem is hereafter," they said. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates)...moreElevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea.Subscribe Now