Passengers, Following Landing of Aircraft, Prepared for Disembarkment
On June 28, 2025, a TUI flight (flight number X3 4429) from Corfu, Greece, to Düsseldorf was forced to make an emergency landing at Bari Airport in Italy, following an engine problem encountered over the Adriatic Sea.
The precise nature of the engine problem has not been disclosed in the available information. However, passengers aboard the flight reported experiencing unusual noises and a feeling of unease during the flight. The pilot announced a precautionary landing due to flashing lights in the cockpit and the shutdown of one engine. Despite the engine issue, the aircraft landed safely.
Upon landing, passengers had to wait for further information and were kept on the tarmac for a while. Firefighters were on standby to check the aircraft. Passengers were then taken to the terminal by bus. TUI Fly did not immediately provide assistance to passengers after the landing, but guests received a 15-euro food voucher for the waiting time.
One passenger, Claudia Raske, was particularly affected by the incident. She was seen crying and holding her husband's hand out of fear, even contemplating sending a message to her children, thinking it might be her last. Many other passengers were also shaken by the incident, days after it occurred, with some reporting feeling quite unsettled by the announcement.
Despite the inconvenience caused by the emergency landing, no reports of injuries or severe passenger distress were mentioned, suggesting the situation was handled safely and efficiently.
TUI Fly arranged for a special aircraft to fly the passengers to the Rhineland on Saturday evening, ensuring that their journey continued as smoothly as possible under the circumstances. The Raske family has planned a reunion with other passengers from the aircraft for June 28, 2026, to commemorate the event and share their experiences.
[1] Sources: Various news reports and passenger testimonies.
The emergency landing of TUI flight X3 4429 on June 28, 2025, sparked concerns in the travel industry, as worries about aviation safety surfaced among passengers. The incident affected the lifestyle of all passengers on board, with some experiencing anxiety and distress. The finance sector was also impacted as TUI Fly had to accommodate additional travel arrangements and costs.
