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Air Canada Flight Returns to Heathrow After Mid-Air Emergency
Air Canada flight sparks emergency scare after mid-air U-turn back to Heathrow
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An Air Canada flight from London Heathrow to Toronto declared a mid-air emergency shortly after takeoff, prompting a controlled return to the airport. The Boeing 777-300ER landed safely without injuries, and emergency services were on standby throughout the incident.
- 01Air Canada flight AC853 declared an emergency shortly after takeoff from London Heathrow.
- 02The aircraft, a Boeing 777-300ER, returned to Heathrow after climbing to 34,000 feet.
- 03Emergency services were on standby, and the plane landed safely at approximately 10:02 BST.
- 04No injuries were reported among the passengers.
- 05Air Canada is rescheduling the disrupted service with a replacement flight planned.
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An Air Canada flight, designated AC853, declared a mid-air emergency shortly after departing from London Heathrow Airport for Toronto on Saturday. The flight took off at 8:34 AM BST and climbed to 34,000 feet before the crew issued a Squawk 7700 code, indicating a serious issue. The Boeing 777-300ER made a controlled U-turn and returned to Heathrow, landing safely at approximately 10:02 AM BST. Emergency services were on standby, but no injuries were reported among the passengers. Following the incident, Air Canada announced plans to reschedule the disrupted service with a replacement flight later that morning. The situation is under review, and further details are expected from the airline and airport authorities.
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The incident caused a temporary suspension of landings on Heathrow's south runway, impacting airport operations.
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