Mayday Alert: Qantas Pilot’s Frantic Call as Plane Catches Fire Mid-Air Over Tasman Sea with 156 On Board
- Chilling mayday call sparks emergency response at Auckland Airport
- Pilot reports fire on board Qantas flight from Sydney, but no smoke is seen
- Boeing 737 makes emergency landing with 156 passengers on board
Qantas Flight QFA141 was just an hour into its journey from Sydney to Auckland when the pilot made a frantic mayday call, sparking a massive emergency response at Auckland Airport. The Boeing 737, carrying 156 passengers, was forced to make an emergency landing after a fire indicator light flashed in the cargo section.
In a heart-stopping development, the pilot reported the emergency to air traffic control, with emergency services scrambling to respond. Auckland Airport was put on high alert, with 16 fire trucks rushing to the scene.
The plane landed safely at 11.50am local time (9.50am AEST), with passengers breathing a sigh of relief. However, the drama was far from over, with authorities working to establish the cause of the false alarm. A spokesperson from St John Ambulance of New Zealand confirmed the incident, saying there was no sign of smoke on board.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of passengers and crew, with an investigation underway to determine the cause of the faulty indicator light. The aircraft was carrying 156 passengers and crew when the alarm was raised, with many left shaken by the ordeal.
“We have received reports a Qantas flight from Sydney had a fire on board,” the spokesperson said in a statement. “The airfield is now returning to normal, but there may be some slight delays for departing and arriving flights.”
The dramatic incident has sparked a serious investigation, with authorities working to ensure the safety of passengers and crew. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and preparedness in the skies.