Tweet Facebook Mail A Malaysia Airlines flight bound for Kuala Lumpur made an emergency landing in Alice Springs after "technical issue" with the engines. The airline confirmed Flight MH128, which departed Melbourne around 11.20pm, landed just hours later in Alice Springs.
The Airbus A330-323 landed around 4.35am local NT time. READ MORE: Kiwi lawyer 'very shocked' after surviving superyacht disaster The flight was bound for Kuala Lumpar from Melbourne (Getty) "Malaysia Airlines confirms that flight MH128 on 19 August 2024, from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur, diverted to Alice Springs Airport (ASP) due to a technical issue.
The aircraft landed safely at 4.35 am local time," it said in a statement . "The airline is actively working to rebook passengers on new flights, while also arranging accommodation and reimbursements for meal expenses where applicable.
" READ MORE: 'Tech king' missing after luxury superyacht sinks in freak storm It made an emergency landing in Alice Springs this morning. (9News) Airport Development Group (ADG), which manages Alice Springs Airport, confirmed the diversion was due to engine issues. "We are pleased to report that all passengers are safe, and we commend the swift and coordinated response of our team, the airline, and emergency services," Rob Porter, Executive General Manager – Airports said.
"A smaller number of passengers will stay overnight in Alice Springs and will be flown out on domestic flights tomorrow". READ MORE: US comedian Eric Andre claims he was racially profiled at Melbourne Airport.
