Shandong Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Nanjing Due to Malfunction

Shandong Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Nanjing

A Shandong Airlines domestic flight, SC4667, was forced to make an emergency landing in Nanjing on Friday. The incident occurred after multiple passengers reported a burning smell during the flight.

Flight Details and Diversion

Flight SC4667, en route from Qingdao to Shanghai, diverted back to Nanjing due to an aircraft malfunction. The airline stated that the situation was carefully managed to ensure passenger safety.

Passenger Accounts

According to the South China Morning Post, one passenger reported a possible issue with the aircraft's left engine. The passenger described a terrifying experience, noting the plane shaking from side to side.

Airline Response

Shandong Airlines addressed the incident in a social media post, stating, “All affected passengers have been properly accommodated, and another aircraft has been dispatched to operate subsequent flights.” The crew received praise for their handling of the situation.