Technical issue forces Singapore Airlines flight SQ228 to return to Melbourne
A technical issue has forced a Singapore Airlines flight carrying more than 200 passengers back to Melbourne, shortly after take-off.
Pilots on Singapore-bound flight SQ228 made the call to air traffic control shortly after departure at 4.52pm.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.No emergency was declared but it was serious enough to force the Boeing 777 to return to Melbourne, where it landed without any problem at 5.47pm
“Shortly after take-off the flight made the decision to return to Melbourne Airport due to a technical issue,” A Melbourne Airport spokespersons aid.
“The plane landed under normal conditions ... before taxiing safely to the gate.”
To make landing weight, the plane dumped fuel about two kilometres above homes in Melbourne’s outer suburbs.
That is an altitude that allows the fuel to evaporate safely, 7NEWS aviation editor Blake Johnson said.
Singapore Airlines said all 219 passengers and 17 crew disembarked normally.
“Customers are being provided with meal vouchers while SIA’s ground engineering team is trying to resolve the issue,” the carrier said.
“SIA sincerely apologises to all affected customers for any inconvenience caused.
“The safety of our customers and crew is always our top priority.”
Originally published on 7NEWS
