Engine problem reason for Swiss emergency landing in Graz
Published: Thursday, Dec 26th 2024, 21:10
Updated At: Friday, Dec 27th 2024, 00:58
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An engine problem was the reason for the emergency landing of a Swiss plane in Graz, Austria, on Monday. Smoke in the cockpit and cabin also caused the flight from the Romanian capital Bucharest to Zurich to be interrupted.
The cockpit crew decided to abort the flight to ensure the safety of the passengers and crew, the airline announced on Thursday evening. There were 74 passengers and five crew members on board the Airbus A220-300. The aircraft landed safely and all passengers were evacuated, Swiss added.
The causes of the smoke would now be "fully clarified". The Swiss teams of experts also worked over the festive period to evaluate all the facts and findings. They are working closely with the relevant authorities as well as the engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney and the aircraft manufacturer Airbus.
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