Overview

• Jetstar confirmed pilots received a door‑open alert after pushback from Sydney Airport on a flight to Ballina and returned to the bay without incident.
• The airline said the rear cargo door had been unlocked to load an oversized bag and stayed open briefly during pushback before the alert.
• Jetstar stated there was no safety risk because multiple aircraft safeguards prevent takeoff with a cargo door open.
• The carrier is examining how the lapse occurred and is working with its ground handler; reporters sought comment from Swissport, which has not responded.
• The Transport Workers’ Union linked the episode to outsourced ground work, citing a survey finding 73% of Swissport staff felt pressured to work unsafely, noting the Federal Court’s August ruling that Qantas’ 2020 outsourcing was unlawful with a $90m fine and $120m in compensation ordered.