Qantas London to Singapore flight diverts to Baku

A Qantas Airbus A380 operating the London Heathrow (LHR/EGLL) to Singapore (SIN/WSSS) flight requested emergency landing clearance at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD/UBBB) in Azerbaijan on the 9th of June 2025.

QANTAS AIRBUS A380-842 VH-OQB (MSN 015)

The captain initiated the diversion after a passenger experienced sudden health deterioration during the flight. A Qantas Flight QF2 from London to Singapore took off from London Heathrow at 09:12 pm local time.

A passenger’s health rapidly deteriorated mid-flight prompting a diversion to Baku’s Heydar Aliyev Airport. The A380 aircraft successfully touched down at Baku’s airport at 07:55 local time. Medical personnel immediately attended to the affected passenger upon landing, providing on-site medical assistance.

Healthcare professionals continue monitoring the passenger’s condition and conducting necessary medical evaluations. The Airbus A380 represents the largest passenger aircraft in global aviation, featuring a two-deck configuration with four engines capable of transporting hundreds of passengers.

The aircraft requires specialised airport infrastructure and can only operate from international airports meeting specific technical standards.

Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) maintains comprehensive capabilities to accommodate A380 operations. The facility features modern ground handling systems, wide runways, and advanced service infrastructure designed for large aircraft operations.

Aircraft Information:

Airline: Qantas

Code: QF/QFA

Aircraft: Airbus A380-842

Registration: VH-OQB

Serial Number: 015

Engines: 4 x RR Trent 972

First Flew: 25 June 2008

Age: 17 Years