Nizhnevartovsk
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Engine Failure Forces London-Beijing Boeing Jet to Divert to Russia
An Air China Boeing 777-300, flying from London to Beijing with 265 people onboard, made an emergency landing in Nizhnevartovsk, Russia due to an engine malfunction. The aircraft landed safely, but the airport is not equipped for repairs. Air China dispatched a replacement aircraft and technicians. Passengers are awaiting transfer to the terminal before their flight to Beijing, scheduled for 6:00 PM local time. Russian authorities are assisting with the logistical challenge posed by the grounded aircraft.
