Emergency landing in Graz: Airbus A220-300 evacuated by smoke alarm!

Emergency landing in Graz: Airbus A220-300 evacuated by smoke alarm!

In a dramatic incident, a Swiss machine that was on the way from Bucharest to Zurich had to carry out an emergency landing in Graz, Austria on Monday evening. An Airbus A220-300 gave rise to concern when smoke was discovered in the cockpit and in the cabin. This led to engine problems that required an immediate landing, report several media, including . .

After landing at short after 9:00 p.m., the plane was quickly evacuated with 74 passengers and five crew members. While the passengers were looked after by the Graz Airport's crisis intervention team, a member of the cabin crew had to be brought to the hospital by helicopter. The condition of this person is unclear and continues to be pursued with concern. In addition, 14 other people, including ten passengers and four crew members, needed medical care, such as "https://www.swissinfo.ch/ger/swiss-maschen-von-bukarest-nach-z%C3%BCrich-in-graz-landen"

Graz Airport closed

The incident led to the closure of Graz Airport. The machine continued to be on the slopes until further help arrived. Swiss has launched a task force that is to take care of the support, accommodation and transportation of all passengers and crew members. The airline works closely with the Austrian authorities to determine the exact cause of smoke development that led to this alarming incident.