Qantas jet in landing scare
Alex Tibbitts
January 9, 2008
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Were you on board the jet or know somebody who was? Message 0424 SMS SMH (+61 424 767 764) or email us at [email protected]. A Qantas 747 lost power on its descent into Bangkok this afternoon.
A Qantas spokeswoman was unable to say what systems were affected on QF2 from London to Bangkok or for how long the aircraft lost power.
"This incident involved loss of electrical power on a Boeing 747 on descent into Bangkok," said Qantas chief pilot, Captain Chris Manning in a statement. "The back-up sytem was activated and the aircraft landed safely.
"Qantas reported the incident to Boeing, the Australian Transport Safety Bureau and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and is also investigating its own thorough investigation. The aircraft is currently being repaired and assessed."
A spokeswoman added: "Because it is under investigation, we are are unable to provide any further information at this stage."
must of had it's last overhaul in singapore,watch out for those eels,you never know when you might need them
