Wizz Air Reveals Reason for Delayed Budapest Landing
A Wizz Air flight encountered an unexpected delay while approaching Budapest earlier this week. The Airbus A321neo, operating out of Wizz Air Malta, circled above Lake Velence before landing at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
Flight Details and Delays
The flight originated from Turkey and entered Hungarian airspace via Slovenia. It approached the area around 2:30 PM, having flown in from Lake Balaton. However, instead of heading directly to its destination, the aircraft initiated a holding pattern.
Holding Patterns Explained
The aircraft performed seven to eight loops over the region between Székesfehérvár and Pusztaszabolcs. This type of maneuver is often employed to help planes reduce their weight prior to landing.
- Circling allows aircraft to burn off fuel.
- The maneuver ensures they reach the maximum permitted landing weight.
- Holding patterns often relate to minor technical issues rather than major safety concerns.
Reason for the Diversion
Wizz Air later disclosed that a minor technical fault had prompted the diversion. The issue was identified during the journey from Bucharest Otopeni to Tenerife. Although resolved during the flight, the crew chose to divert as a precaution.
In a statement to the Hungarian media, Wizz Air clarified that such diversions are routine and focus on maintaining passenger safety.
Resolution and Passenger Transfer
The aircraft eventually landed safely at Budapest’s international airport. Following the landing, passengers were transferred to another Wizz Air plane, allowing their journey to Tenerife to continue with minimal delay.
Wizz Air affirmed that passenger safety was never at risk, showcasing their commitment to operational standards in commercial aviation.
