Malaysia Airlines flight made emergency landing due to engine issue
Malaysia Airlines confirms that flight MH199 from Hyderabad to Kuala Lumpur made an emergency landing in Hyderabad after one of its engines experienced sparks of fire.
The incident occurred after the aircraft took off from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport early this morning.
In a statement, Malaysia Airlines stated that the aircraft turned back due to an issue with one of the engines during ascent after takeoff.
“The aircraft safely landed at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport at 3:21 am local time, and all crew and passengers disembarked safely. All passengers were transferred to another flight to continue their journey. Safety remains Malaysia Airlines’ top priority,” the statement read.
Earlier reports indicated that flight MH199 had to make an emergency landing in Hyderabad after one of its engines experienced sparks of fire.
Times of India reported that the aircraft, carrying 138 passengers, departed at 12:45 am but had to return for the emergency landing.
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