KUALA LUMPUR- Malaysia Airlines (MH) flight MH128 from Melbourne (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) operated using an Airbus A330-323 made an emergency landing in Alice Springs (ASP) after experiencing engine problems mid-flight.
The aircraft departed Melbourne at 11:30 PM local time and was expected to land at Kuala Lumpur at 6 AM local time after 8 hours of flight.
Malaysia Airlines Emergency Landing
A passenger reported unusual sounds from the right engine and a low vibration during the flight. The captain announced an engine stall, necessitating a two-hour fuel burn before landing.
The plane circled for two hours to reduce weight before safely touching down at Alice Springs Airport at 4:35 AM. A fire truck met the aircraft upon landing as a precautionary measure.
Passengers remained onboard until approximately 6:15 AM, two hours after landing.
The Airport Development Group reported the plane landed safely after experiencing engine issues. Malaysia Airlines confirmed a technical problem but disputed calling it an emergency landing.
Passengers faced disruptions as most were rebooked on domestic flights departing Tuesday. Some travelers had to stay overnight in Alice Springs, awaiting Wednesday departures. The unexpected stop created logistical challenges, as the airport lacked facilities to handle the aircraft’s cargo.
Travelers encountered baggage delays due to equipment limitations for widebody aircraft at Alice Springs Airport. Malaysia Airlines acknowledged and apologized for the inconvenience caused by the baggage offloading delays.
Rob Porter, executive general manager of the Airport Development Group, stated that all passengers were managed according to domestic flight protocols after disembarking. The airline is working with the airport handler to address equipment limitations and speed up the baggage handling process.
Similar Incidents
Well, this is not the first time that a Malaysian plane has made an emergency landing due to engine issues.
On June 20, 2024, Malaysia Airlines flight MH199, carrying 138 passengers, made an emergency landing back at Hyderabad Airport due to technical issues.
The flight, which departed for Kuala Lumpur at 12:45 am, encountered engine problems shortly after takeoff. The right engine malfunctioned, emitting sparks, and the crew decided to return. The Boeing 737-800, registered as 9M-MXU, landed safely at 3:21 am.
A video of the incident, recorded by a passenger, quickly went viral on social media. The aircraft, a 10.1-year-old model powered by CFM56 engines, remains grounded for further inspection.
Malaysia Airlines confirmed the incident, stating that all passengers and crew disembarked safely. Affected passengers will be rebooked on other flights. Safety remains a top priority for the airline.
While on June 15, 2024, Emirates Airlines (EK) flight EK262 from São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai International Airport encountered an unexpected incident.
The Airbus A380-861, registered as A6-EUL and powered by four GP7270 engines from Engine Alliance, rejected takeoff due to an engine issue. The 7.9-year-old aircraft remained grounded, and passengers were safely disembarked after being informed that the flight was canceled.
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