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Emergency Diversion: AirAsia Flight Squawks 7700 Over Australia
8 Feb
Summary
- AirAsia flight D7221 diverted to Brisbane due to an emergency.
- The aircraft issued the international distress signal 'squawking 7700'.
- Passengers were left stranded in Brisbane following the diversion.
AirAsia flight D7221, en route to Kuala Lumpur from Sydney, was unexpectedly diverted to Brisbane. The flight departed Sydney late Sunday night and experienced an emergency situation approximately two hours into its journey.
During the flight, the aircraft began broadcasting the international code 'squawking 7700,' signifying a general emergency. This prompted an immediate diversion to Brisbane Airport. Passengers on board were subsequently stranded in the city. Initial reports indicated that a loss of cabin pressure may have been the cause of the emergency, though AirAsia has not yet provided a full comment.
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