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Air France BeirutParis Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Munich After Reported Burning Smell

Authorities are probing the odor’s cause following the precautionary diversion to Munich.

Overview

  • The Airbus A330-200 operating AF565 from Beirut to Paris declared a general emergency and diverted over southern Germany.
  • The crew transmitted transponder code 7700 after detecting a burning or smouldering smell at cruising altitude.
  • The aircraft landed safely at 20:19 on Munich’s southern runway, taxied to its stand under its own power, and no injuries were reported.
  • More than 200 passengers were accommodated in hotels with their luggage, and the jet remained in Munich on Monday morning.
  • Air France and airport officials said the technical source of the smell is under investigation, and the airline is arranging onward travel.