On Christmas Day, Qantas Flight QF63 turned back over Antarctica due to a mechanical issue. The flight, which left Sydney for Johannesburg, had to return after flying for over four hours. The Airbus A380 was on its way when the issue occurred, prompting the pilots to follow standard procedures and return to Sydney.
Qantas confirmed that the mechanical problem caused the return flight. Flight QF63 departed Sydney before 10 a.m., aiming to land in Johannesburg around 3 p.m. After reaching Antarctica, the pilots decided to return. The aircraft landed safely in Sydney at 7:30 p.m., with all passengers secure.
After landing, Qantas offered passengers support, including accommodation and meal vouchers. While the situation was serious, it was not an emergency. The airline is investigating the mechanical issue’s cause.
This event follows another disruption for Qantas. Just before Christmas, 300 passengers got stranded in Los Angeles after two flights, including QF94 to Melbourne, were canceled. A hydraulic issue grounded a Boeing 787, forcing Qantas to send a replacement aircraft.
Qantas is investigating the mechanical issue on Flight QF63. Passengers received assistance, and the airline remains focused on ensuring its aircraft meet high safety standards.
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