A Swiss International Air Lines flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Graz, Austria, after smoke was detected in the cabin and cockpit. All 74 passengers and five crew members were safely evacuated from the Airbus A220-300 aircraft.
Emergency Landing in Graz: Swiss Air Flight Forced Down Due to Smoke
A Swiss International Air Lines flight was forced to make an emergency landing on Monday after smoke was detected in the cabin and cockpit.
The plane, which was en route from Bucharest, Romania to Zurich, landed safely in the Austrian city of Graz. All 74 passengers and five crew members were evacuated from the Airbus A220-300 aircraft, which is operated by Swiss flag carrier.
Evacuation and Medical Attention
Twelve passengers and four crew members received medical attention after being evacuated from the plane. One crew member was transported to hospital by helicopter, but their condition remains unclear at this time.
The safety of all passengers and crew members is the top priority for the airline. “SWISS sincerely apologizes to passengers for the inconvenience caused and thanks them for their patience during this challenging situation,” a statement from the airline read.
Investigation into Cause of Smoke
The aircraft has been removed from the runway, and an investigation into the cause of the smoke is currently underway. The authorities are working closely with the airline to determine what led to the incident.
“We remain in close contact with the authorities and are working diligently to determine the cause of the incident,” the airline said in a statement.
