Engine failure forces Jeddah-bound Malaysia Airlines flight to land in Chennai
Dubai: A Malaysia Airlines flight travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Jeddah made an emergency landing at Chennai airport on Monday after developing a technical problem involving one of its engines. Flight MH156, operated by an Airbus A330-200, was carrying 186 people when it diverted to the southern Indian city after a problem was detected with Engine No. 2. Chennai airport declared a full emergency…
A Malaysia Airlines flight, MH156, bound for Jeddah from Kuala Lumpur, was diverted to Chennai on Monday due to a technical issue involving one of its engines, according to PTI. The aircraft, carrying 186 people, landed safely at Chennai airport following the diversion. Emergency response procedures were activated at the airport, as reported by the news agency.
The technical issue pertained to Engine No. 2, with an airport official confirming this detail. The airline and relevant technical teams are currently conducting a comprehensive assessment of the aircraft and the specific nature of the engine problem. Airport operations remained normal throughout the incident. The airline and technical teams are expected to provide further details about the cause of the technical issue and the flight's subsequent journey. As of now, there are no reports of injuries following the aircraft's safe landing in Chennai.
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