An Eurowings flight was evacuated at Madeira Airport on Saturday evening after an emergency forced the crew to suspend departure. Firefighters moved heavy equipment to the aircraft, and passengers were taken to the terminal.
Flight EW9605 Was Closed and Set for a 17:10 Departure
The flight, EW9605, was due to leave Madeira for Dusseldorf, Germany, at 17:10. Airport data showed the flight as "Closed", meaning boarding had already finished and the aircraft was ready to leave, when the emergency began.
Passengers Evacuated as Jet Bound for Dusseldorf Is Grounded
Firefighters stationed at the airport brought heavy equipment next to the plane, and several vehicles gathered around it. The aircraft's cargo hold was opened and its baggage belt connected to remove luggage. Passengers were reported to have also been evacuated to the terminal.
No Cause Confirmed as of 18:42 on Saturday
Local newspaper Diário de Notícias asked both ANA - Aeroportos de Portugal and the fire brigade about the nature of the emergency. Neither had answered by the time of publication. Firefighters remained around the aircraft using various equipment, and the reason for the operation stayed unclear.
Source: dnoticias.pt
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