Overview

• The KLM aircraft en route from Stockholm to Amsterdam diverted to Hamburg on July 24 after flight crew reported smoke in an engine.
• Upon landing, passengers disembarked via stairs and were transported by bus to the terminal.
• Hamburg Airport’s fire brigade responded immediately, holding flight operations for about 20 to 30 minutes.
• The incident occurred on the first day of the summer holidays when the airport typically handles peak traffic.
• Authorities have not yet determined the cause or extent of the smoke and investigations are ongoing.