A China Airways flight going from Taiwan to Thailand was diverted to Hong Kong two hours after take-off on Saturday morning, which a passenger stated was as a result of an engine malfunction introduced by crew.
Authorities stated the airplane requested “native standby” at Hong Kong Worldwide Airport at round 9am.
The time period refers to a scenario by which an plane approaching an airport is thought or suspected to have developed a defect, however the subject doesn’t pose a big issue in making a secure touchdown.
“The flight landed safely and the airport operations weren’t affected,” the Airport Authority stated.
Media reported that China Airways flight 851, which left Taiwan Taoyuan Airport at round 7.26am, was the flight concerned. It was heading to Chiang Mai, Thailand.
The provider reportedly stated the airplane was diverted to Hong Kong for inspection underneath customary working procedures as a result of irregular mechanical indicators.