Kochi: A flight from Kochi to Bengaluru was cancelled on Wednesday due to technical issues, shortly before takeoff from the Cochin International Airport.

The flight, operated by Alliance Air, was scheduled to depart at 5 PM, but was brought back to the bay from the runway after it reportedly developed a technical snag.

According to initial media reports, the issue was related to the aircraft's hydraulic system. However, there has been no official confirmation from the airline or airport authorities so far.

The flight was carrying 40 passengers at the time of the incident. More details awaited.