An Air Canada flight bound for Toronto from Madrid is set to make an emergency landing after experiencing an engine issue after take-off.
In a statement to CTV News Toronto,"A tire also reportedly ruptured on take-off, one of 10 on this model of aircraft," Air Canada said on Monday.
"The aircraft opted to return to Madrid and is currently circling to use up fuel and lighten the aircraft for landing. The aircraft,Air Canada said there are 128 passengers on board. Spain's port operator AENA said that the airline had requested a slot for an emergency landing some 30 minutes after the takeoff. The official, who was not authorized to be named in media reports, said the she couldn't elaborate.
Spain's main union of pilot workers, SEPLA, said in a tweet that the plane lost some pieces of its landing gear during takeoff and that the aircraft needs to fly in circles to burn off fuel before landing.Important note... since they are taking time to burn fuel likely indicates the flight is fully under control and they are following normal procedures to ensure a safe landing.
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