A Turkish Airlines flight, TK 2562, operating the Istanbul-Dalaman route, was forced to make an emergency landing at Antalya Airport due to weather conditions.
Details of the Incident
- Takeoff and Landing Issues: The flight, which took off from Istanbul Airport at 19:30, was unable to land at Dalaman Airport in Muğla due to adverse weather conditions.
- Go-Around Attempts: The THY pilot made several attempts to land at Dalaman Airport, but the unfavorable weather conditions made landing impossible.
- Redirection to Antalya: The pilot then safely diverted the aircraft to Antalya Airport, where it successfully made an emergency landing.
Panic Among Passengers
During the multiple go-arounds, passengers experienced significant panic. The turbulence and maneuvers caused by the bad weather heightened passenger anxiety. Thanks to the crew’s prompt response and the safe landing of the aircraft, passengers were able to breathe a sigh of relief.
Effects of Weather Conditions
- Importance of Weather: Adverse weather conditions, such as winds and rain, are common in coastal areas like Dalaman. These factors directly impact flight safety during landings.
- Go-Around Procedure: Go-arounds are a standard safety procedure used by pilots when the conditions are not safe for landing. If the runway conditions are unsuitable, the aircraft circles and attempts a safer approach for landing.
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