An Air France flight linking Paris to Barcelona was forced to return to Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle airport shortly after takeoff on Friday three January, due to a technical problem. “ The crew of flight AF1448 decided to return to base after 17 minutes of flight due to a cabin pressurization malfunction », Specified the airline on the social network
As part of emergency descent procedures, “ the oxygen masks were activated in the cabin, although the automatic mask release altitude had not yet been reached », Detailed Air France.
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The aircraft, an Airbus A318, landed safely at 10:12 p.m. at Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle. No passengers or crew members were injured. “ Customers were taken care of by our teams at the airport and will be rerouted to Barcelona as soon as possible », added the company.
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Loss of pressurization, a relatively rare but serious problem, can cause serious physiological risks to passengers during high altitude flights. Air France stressed that this situation, although under control, remains exceptional. “ We sincerely regret the inconvenience caused and reaffirm that the safety of our customers and crews is our absolute imperative. “, indicated a spokesperson.
