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Qantas Regional Flight Returns to Mildura After Technical Fault

With no injuries reported, investigators are reviewing flight data to decide whether to launch a formal probe.

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Passengers get off a small Qantas plane on the tarmac at a small airport.

Overview

  • Flight QF2079, a Bombardier Dash 8 bound for Melbourne, turned back minutes after its 10:40 AM departure from Mildura on July 22 due to a technical issue detected onboard.
  • The aircraft circled briefly before making a priority landing at Mildura Airport, where Victoria Police and Ambulance Victoria teams were on standby.
  • All 63 passengers and crew disembarked safely with no injuries or need for medical treatment.
  • Qantas spokespeople confirmed pilots followed standard safety protocols and engineers will inspect the plane before it returns to service.
  • The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has been notified and is gathering information to determine if a formal investigation is warranted.