Qantas 747 back in the fleet
A Report in The Herald Suns says that Qantas has inspected and cleared its Boeing 747-400 fleet after one of its jets had a mid-air electrical meltdown over Bangkok.
Carrying 344 passengers, flight QF2 was en route from London when it lost electrical power for its navigation and communication systems, which are essential to landing.
The aircraft, which was on descent into the Thai capital, was forced to land relying on a battery backup power source.
Sources claimed Monday’s failure could have led to disaster had the aircraft lost power out to sea, as the backup system only lasts an hour.
Qantas yesterday confirmed the aircraft was back in operation after a detailed examination in Bangkok.
Qantas general manager John Borghetti said the incident was triggered by water in a generator control unit.
“The aircraft was subjected to stringent inspections and testing in Bangkok before being cleared to fly,” Mr Borghetti said.
“As a precaution, Qantas has inspected its entire B747-400 fleet and all . . . have been cleared to fly.”
The airline has launched an investigation.
Pay talks between Qantas and the Australian Licensed Aircraft Engineers Association continued yesterday. The union wants a 5 per cent rise over three years.
An official said a deal was close, but he couldn’t rule out an overtime ban from midnight.
A Report by The Mole from The Herald Sun
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