A MALAYSIA Airlines flight bound for Jeddah from Kuala Lumpur was diverted to Chennai on Monday due to a technical problem with the engine, news agency PTI reported. Malaysia Airlines flight MH156, carrying 186 people, landed safely at Chennai airport and emergency response measures were activated, an airport official said. “There was a technical problem with engine No. 2. “Further assessment of the aircraft and technical issues is being carried out by the airline and relevant technical teams,” the spokesman said, adding that flights were proceeding normally. The plane was brought to the parking lot by an air tow truck, and passengers were provided with accommodation at the airport. “Further assessment of the aircraft and technical issues is being carried out by the airline and relevant technical teams,” the spokesman said. After the plane landed safely, airport operations remained normal, the spokesman said. – September 8, 2026 Post navigation Free Bus Travel – Women Empowerment on Wheels – The Tribune 5 Airlines with the World’s Best Premium Economy Seats on Transatlantic Flights