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Flight HK482 Lands Safely After Hydraulic Failure; All Onboard Unharmed

06/08/2024
Author: Keiron
Credit: Keiron
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Services deployed
London PoliceLondon Health ServiceFire & RescueAuxiliary Ops
Divisions deployed
Emergency Response TeamLondon Health ServiceHazardous Area Response TeamHelicopter Emergency Medical ServiceLondon Fire & Rescue ServiceLFRS Fire Rescue UnitFlight Operations

On August 6, 2024, at approximately 14:45 BST, Flight HK482 en route to Hong Kong made an emergency landing at Heathrow Airport due to a hydraulic failure. The aircraft landed hard but safely, and all 300 passengers and 15 crew members were evacuated without injuries. Shortly after, the main hydraulic system failed catastrophically, causing a fire that spread to the wings, engines, and front landing gear.

Details of Incident
Flight Number: HK482
Aircraft Type: Boeing 777-300ER
Operator: SkyHigh Airlines
Origin: London Heathrow Airport
Destination: Hong Kong International Airport
Persons on Board: 300 passengers, 15 crew members
Injuries: None
Fatalities: None

Sequence of Events

  • 14:10 BST: Hydraulic system malfunction reported in-flight; emergency landing requested.
  • 14:45 BST: Hard but safe landing at Heathrow; all passengers and crew evacuated.
  • 14:55 BST: Catastrophic hydraulic failure; fire ignites and spreads.
  • 15:00 BST: London Fire Brigade (LFB) assisted with firefighting efforts.
  • 15:30 BST: Fire contained and extinguished by Heathrow's fire and rescue teams with LFB assistance.
  • 15:45 BST: London Ambulance Service (LAS) and LAS Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) attended as backup.

Immediate Actions Taken

Evacuation: All passengers and crew safely evacuated.
Fire Response: Fire contained and extinguished by Heathrow's fire and rescue teams, with assistance from the LFB.
Medical Support: LAS and LAS HART Team attended as backup to provide medical support and assess any potential injuries.

Cause and Investigation
The incident was due to a hydraulic system failure. The cause is under investigation by SkyHigh Airlines and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

Conclusion
Swift actions by the flight crew and emergency teams ensured the safety of all onboard. The aircraft sustained significant damage, highlighting the need for rigorous maintenance and emergency response protocols.