In the last few moments, Qatar Airways flight QR20, operated by their Boeing 787, between Dublin and Doha, has declared an emergency.
Furthermore, A7-BCC is understood to be the aircraft involved in the incident.
Follow below for live updates.
Live Emergency: Qatar Airways QR20 Dublin-Doha…
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Quick Descent…
QR20 is passing through 4,000 feet, with Basra being the nearest diversion field for the emergency landing.
Furthermore, initial ADS-B data has the aircraft descending at a rate of -8,300 feet per minute when descending through FL210.
About A7-BCC: The Qatar Airways Boeing 787 Involved in the Emergency on QR20 Dublin-Doha…
Moreover, A7-BCC is understood to be the aircraft involved in this emergency.
Also, as per Planespotters, A7-BCC is a 11.6 year old Boeing 787-8 that was delivered to the airline in December 2012.
Furthermore, of the 787-8 variant, QR has 30 of them in their fleet, and all of them are in active service, with an average fleet age of 3.7 years.
Turning Base for Basra…
Qatar Airways flight QR20, which is being operated by the Boeing 787, is turning onto base leg for an emergency landing into Basra.
On Final…
QR20, originally bound for Doha from Dublin, is now on final approach into Basra.
TOUCHDOWN!
TOUCHDOWN! Qatar Airways flight QR20 from Doha to Dublin, has appeared to have touched down safely into Basra following it’s emergency broadcast not too long ago.
Furthermore, the reason for the emergency has not been established.
As soon as we have more information pertinent to this, then we will update you accordingly.
For now, this remains a developing story pending additional updates that may come through.
Expected to Depart Basra Later…
QR20 is expected to continue to Doha tonight, with departure expected in 2 hours time. It is key to note this is subject to change depending on the type of emergency that took place.
Early Reports Indicate Smoke in the Cabin…
Early reports indicate that the reason for the emergency on QR20 was due to smoke in the cabin.
A7-BCC Appears to be Grounded…
A7-BCC appears to be grounded following the emergency incident today. Looks like Qatar Airways have sent an Airbus A350 to pick up the stranded passengers in Basra.
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