Overview

• Operating from Doha to Hong Kong, the Boeing 777 declared a full emergency around 2:12 pm local time and landed at Ahmedabad at 2:32 pm, according to airport officials.
• Ahmedabad airport said the emergency status was withdrawn at 2:38 pm and regular operations were not affected.
• Qatar Airways confirmed a safe landing for Flight QR816 and said technical inspections are underway to identify the issue.
• Local media reports cite a sudden loss of cabin pressure and malfunctioning pressure equipment, which remain unconfirmed pending inspection.
• Qatar Airways’ website showed a tentative 5:30 pm departure from Ahmedabad for Hong Kong subject to a full inspection, local reports noted.