QF 122 ex ZQN, diverted to Christchurch

Thread starter RooFlyer
Start date 27 minutes ago

RooFlyer

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27 minutes ago

Reported as an 'engine fire' (it "burst into flames") soon after take off from Queenstown, (but looking possibly to be compressor stalls), QF122 diverted to Christchurch.

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https://www.theaustralian.com.au/world/qantas-plane-diverted-after-flames-seen-from-engine-on-takeoff/news-story/437c00a3d40f25c107e0c8e809d71741

Better:

Qantas plane diverted after flames appear to burst from engine

It is understood the plane experienced an engine issue.

www.nine.com.au

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