Jetstar flight forced to make emergency landing
Passengers on a Jetstar flight from Sydney to Cairns faced some tense moments yesterday after smoke filled the cabin, prompting an emergency landing.
The flight departed Sydney at 4pm yesterday but was forced to make an unscheduled stop at Brisbane due to a mechanical failure of one of the engines.
The video above, shot by one of the passengers, showcases the dramatic moment smoked filled the cabin as a concerned flight attendant looks after the passengers.
Passenger Nick Trompf told the Courier Mail, “Just as we flew over Narrabri smoke started to fill the cabin and there was a scraping and grating noise.
“There was significant concern among the cabin crew.”
The aircraft safely landed in Brisbane just before 6pm.
While the actual cause of the incident is still to be investigations, arrangements have reportedly been made to ensure the passengers get to Cairns on time.
What an unnerving moment. Have you ever been on a flight where something disturbing like that has happened? Share your stories in the comments section.
Video credit: YouTube / NANIXAMI
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