Engine fire forces Qantas jet to abort take-off at Karratha
Flight QF1737's engine caught fire during take-off; pilot aborted, passengers evacuated safely.
A Qantas A320 bound for Perth experienced engine failure and flames just before take-off at Karratha Airport on Sunday evening. Passengers on flight QF1737 saw fire shooting from the wing as the pilot abandoned the take-off.
Concerned travellers recorded the flames from their seats before evacuation. The aircraft was returned to the bay and Qantas engineers were called.
The airline said a full assessment and necessary repairs will be made before the plane returns to service. Affected passengers were rebooked on Monday morning flights.
- QF1737
- Flight number
- A320
- Aircraft type
- Karratha
- Airport
- Perth
- Destination
Why it mattersEngine fires on passenger jets are rare but serious. The pilot's quick decision to abort prevented potential disaster.
AustraliaQantas passengers faced flight delays; the airline recovered by rerouting passengers by early Monday.
Corroborated bythenightly.com.au
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