Overview
• Operator: Eurowings
• Aircraft Model: Airbus A321-200
• Registration: D-AIDP
• Flight Number: EW-7526
• Route: Hamburg (HAM), Germany, to Fuerteventura (FUE), Canary Islands, Spain
• Date: 22 February 2025
• Occupants: Not specified
• Casualties: None reported
• Nature of Incident: Smoke detected in the cabin prompting emergency diversion
Incident Summary
A Eurowings Airbus A321-200, operating flight EW-7526 from Hamburg to Fuerteventura, was cruising at FL350 approximately 60 nautical miles northeast of Lisbon, Portugal, when the flight crew declared a Mayday due to the presence of smoke in the passenger cabin.
The pilots immediately donned their oxygen masks and initiated an emergency descent and diversion to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS). The aircraft made a safe landing approximately 17 minutes after the Mayday call.
As of approximately 32 hours after landing, the aircraft remains on the ground in Lisbon, undergoing detailed inspection and investigation.
Sequence of Events
Pre-incident Conditions:
• The aircraft departed from Hamburg Airport (HAM) on a routine flight to Fuerteventura Airport (FUE).
• No known technical problems or anomalies were reported at departure.
In-flight Occurrence:
• While cruising at FL350, approximately 60 nautical miles northeast of Lisbon, smoke was detected in the cabin.
• The crew immediately donned their oxygen masks and declared a Mayday emergency, citing smoke presence in the cabin area.
• The crew requested an emergency diversion to Lisbon.
Landing & Emergency Response:
• The aircraft safely landed at Lisbon Airport approximately 17 minutes after declaring the emergency.
• Emergency services were on standby and conducted an inspection of the aircraft upon arrival.
• No further smoke or fire conditions were reported after landing, and no injuries were reported.
Investigation & Initial Findings
• The exact source of the cabin smoke is currently under investigation. Potential areas being examined include:
• Cabin ventilation systems and air conditioning units
• Electrical systems in the cabin area
• Galley equipment or onboard electrical components
• The aircraft remains on the ground, and maintenance personnel continue to investigate and rectify the issue.
Analysis & Safety Recommendations
• Smoke and fumes in the cabin are considered serious safety hazards, necessitating rapid crew response and immediate diversion.
• Airlines should regularly review and reinforce crew training procedures for smoke and fume events, including emergency communication protocols and oxygen mask usage.
• Detailed inspections of cabin electrical and environmental systems are advised to prevent recurrence.
• Aircraft operators may wish to review their emergency response plans, ensuring swift coordination with diversion airports and emergency services.
Disclaimer
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