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EMERGENCY Qantas #QF7 A380 forced to turn back in third emergency landing in 24 hours

Last updated: January 24, 2016, 22:07 UTC
Published: Monday, December 8, 2014, at 21:28 UTC
Category: Emergency
Author: Melanie Kraft
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It was the third unscheduled landing for Qantas in the last 24 hours as one of its A380 plane, on route to Dallas, Texas, was forced to return to Sydney airport following the failure of non-safety-related systems.Sky News reported that flight QF7 was forced to turn back about four hours into its journey.It was reported that the turn back was due a technical issue that impacted seat power, the in-flight entertainment system and some of the toilets.The plane landed safely at Kingsford Smith Airport in Sydney, reported Sky News. Only hours before Karratha-bound flight QF904 returned to Perth after the crew noticed an unusual odour in the cabin.The flight landed without incident, though emergency services were sent onto the tarmac as a precaution.

ByMelanie Kraft
Melanie's aviation journey began at a young age, earning her first pilot certifications while still a teenager, before she ever held a driver’s license! As lead journalist at AIRLIVE.net, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the voice and editorial direction of the website. Her experience spans flight operations, air traffic coordination and emergency incident analysis.
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