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Air China London–Beijing Flight Diverts to Siberia After Reported Engine Malfunction

Russian authorities say a relief aircraft is on the way to Nizhnevartovsk following a reported engine issue.

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Air China's logo is seen on a counter of Air China at a terminal of Beijing Capital International Airport in Beijing, China, March 28, 2016.REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo
The flight was reportedly a Boeing 777 aircraft and landed in Russia's Nizhnevartovsk airport.

Overview

  • The Boeing 777 landed safely at Nizhnevartovsk about an hour after the crew sent a PAN distress signal, according to Rosaviatsia and TASS.
  • Official tallies vary, with Russian agencies citing roughly 250 passengers and 15 crew as early reports suggested about 311 people were on board.
  • Passengers were kept on or near the aircraft for hours as local officials and Air China arranged accommodation and onward travel.
  • Rosaviatsia and the Ural Transport Prosecutor's Office confirmed the emergency diversion, and Air China has dispatched a replacement jet to continue the journey to Beijing.
  • Local outlet Baza reported the crew chose Nizhnevartovsk for its long runway and favorable weather, and sanctions-related payment limits could complicate any hotel stays.