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Qantas Boeing 717 forced to make an emergency landing

Perth , Australia - Explodes an engine shortly after takeoff

A Qantas Airlines Boeing 717 had to make an emergency landing at the airport in Perth following the explosion of one of two engines. The incident occurred after the flight QF1820 with 116 passengers and crew took off from Perth to Newman for less than 10 minutes. "We were still going up when we heard a strong blast. We're all scared, but luckily there was a second engine. Then the captain announced...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1129004
Rome, Italy, 05/02/2011 19:51
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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