Turkish Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Kolkata After Engine Fire Warning

Summary

A Turkish Airlines flight from Kathmandu to Istanbul made an emergency landing in Kolkata after an engine fire warning, with all 236 people on board safe.

Key Points
  • Turkish Airlines flight THY 727 reported a right engine fire indication shortly after departing Kathmandu.
  • The flight was diverted and made a safe emergency landing in Kolkata, India.
  • 236 people—including 225 passengers and 11 crew members—were on board during the incident.
  • All passengers and crew members are confirmed safe following the emergency landing.
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