Qantas flight diverted after flames seen from engine
World2 sources2 countries🔦 Under-reported46m ago
A Qantas flight, identified as QFA122, was diverted from its route between Queenstown and Sydney to Christchurch Airport following a suspected engine issue. The diversion occurred after reports of flames being observed emanating from the aircraft's engine.
Flight tracking data confirmed the change in the flight path as the aircraft moved to land in Christchurch. No further details regarding the cause of the incident or the status of passengers and crew have been confirmed beyond the initial reports of the mechanical issue.
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Sydney Morning HeraldFocuses on the technical nature of a suspected engine issue
StuffHighlights the visual report of flames seen from the engine