The Iraqi Airways General Company has announced that it has launched an official investigation into an unexpected incident in which a flight scheduled to travel from Istanbul Airport to Najaf al-Ashraf landed instead at Baghdad Airport.
Flight Details
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Planned Route: Istanbul – Najaf al-Ashraf
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Actual Landing: Baghdad Airport
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Date: April 1, 2025
In a statement from the airline, it was noted that no technical malfunction had been detected that could have caused the aircraft to deviate from its route. A detailed investigation is being conducted to examine all aspects of the incident.
Official Investigation Launched
Iraqi Airways stated, “We have launched an official investigation to determine the reasons for the aircraft’s diversion to Baghdad.”
The inquiry will clarify whether the route change was due to pilot error, air traffic control instructions, or an operational decision.
Aviation authorities and officials emphasized that the situation is being closely monitored with great care, reiterating that passenger safety remains the top priority. Developments regarding the incident continue to be closely followed.
