Qantas Flight Forced to Turn Around Due to Technical Issue, Lands Safely in Mildura

A Qantas flight bound for Melbourne was forced to turn around and land in Mildura due to a technical issue. The flight landed safely.

A Qantas flight bound for Melbourne was forced to turn around and land in Mildura, Victoria, due to a technical issue. The incident occurred on July 2, 2025, with the aircraft, a Dash 8 Q400, taking off from Mildura at 10:40 AM and encountering issues shortly after departure [2].

The aircraft lost hydraulics on its wing flaps, necessitating an unscheduled landing in Mildura around 12:00 PM. The flight, QLK79D, was diverted from its original destination, Melbourne, as a precautionary measure. The landing was not considered an emergency, but emergency personnel, including police, were on standby [2].

According to a Qantas spokesperson, the pilots were highly trained and handled the situation effectively, ensuring the safety of the 63 passengers on board. The aircraft landed safely, and there were no reported injuries among the passengers or crew. Passengers have since disembarked and are awaiting new flights, while Qantas engineers will inspect the aircraft before it returns to service [2].

This incident highlights the importance of maintaining robust safety protocols and the professionalism of Qantas pilots in handling unexpected technical issues. The airline has appreciated the understanding of its customers during this unsettling experience.

References:

[1] https://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/incidents/qantas-plane-makes-emergency-landing-at-mildura-due-to-technical-issue/news-story/e8cb83f708ab852da1f8b8e29cd76780
[2] https://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/incidents/qantas-flight-forced-into-unscheduled-landing-in-mildura/news-story/75150e05bdd7e950f45c12e9d1d08229