Cathay Pacific Boeing 777 Makes Emergency Landing in Paris Due to Suspected Mechanical Issues

On June 26, 2024, a Cathay Pacific Boeing 777-300ER (Reg. B-KQM), operating as flight CX260 from Paris (CDG) to Hong Kong (HKG), was forced to return to Charles de Gaulle Airport shortly after takeoff due to suspected mechanical issues. The flight, scheduled to depart Paris at approximately 1:00 PM local time, was bound for Hong Kong with an expected arrival time the following morning.

After takeoff, the aircraft began circling over Paris to dump fuel and eventually returned to the departure airport. Cathay Pacific stated that the emergency landing was conducted following standard procedures after the flying crew suspected a mechanical fault with the aircraft. The airline confirmed that the plane landed safely and returned to its parking spot for a thorough inspection.

#aviationdaily #BreakingNews‌ @cathaypacific flight #CX260 from Paris CDG to Hong Kong HKG has declared #Emergency code 7700 about 50 minutes after takeoff. The flight is operated by a Boeing 777-300ER reg. B-KQM. The flight is now cycling near CDG. We'll keep you updated.… pic.twitter.com/u6okTCXIjh

— Aero News Journal-Daily Aviation News (@FlyingFreak73) June 26, 2024

According to Cathay Pacific, there were no injuries reported among the crew or passengers. The incident was closely monitored by the real-time aviation tracking website Flightradar24, which provided detailed information on the flight's unexpected return to Paris. In response to the incident, Cathay Pacific's engineering team immediately commenced an examination of the affected aircraft to determine the cause of the mechanical issue. Meanwhile, the airline provided necessary assistance to the passengers, ensuring their comfort and safety during the unexpected delay.

In a statement, Cathay Pacific emphasized that passenger and crew safety is always their top priority and extended a sincere apology for the inconvenience caused by the incident. The airline is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and will continue to work diligently to ensure the reliability of its operations.