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Qantas Flight Diverts Amid Engine Fire | Auckland News
A Qantas flight from New Zealand to Sydney plunged into chaos after engine fire erupted mid-flight, sending passengers into panic as flames and violent shaking rocked the cabin — yet calm, professional crew turned crisis into safe landing in Christchurch, earning applause from terrified travelers. The aircraft, grounded for inspection, may have suffered a blade detachment igniting fuel, though experts stress modern planes and trained pilots are built to handle such emergencies. This follows another Qantas emergency earlier today, underscoring aviation’s ongoing safety vigilance. Listen in…
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