Passenger reports panic after Gol plane's emergency landing in Goiânia

A Gol flight that departed from Goiânia bound for Congonhas Airport returned to its origin after declaring an emergency. The incident, which caused panic among the 180 occupants, gained prominence in searches for "takeoff" after reports of a loud bang and lack of communication from the crew.

What happened on the flight

According to a passenger's account, about 20 minutes after takeoff, the plane experienced a loud bang on its left side. Oxygen masks began to fall, and the aircraft felt like it was dropping for a few minutes. The crew declared an emergency and returned to Goiânia International Airport, where it performed a normal landing.

How the crew reacted

The passenger highlighted the crew's lack of communication as a major factor in the apprehension. He stated that no one said anything during the incident, which made passengers even more frightened, screaming, and some feeling unwell.

ANAC Procedures

Gol informed that the flight was canceled after landing and that all passengers received the support provided for under Resolution 400 of the National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC). Goiânia airport registered that the aircraft landed without incidents and received support according to airport protocols.

Impact on passengers

The 174 passengers and six crew members remained on board during the approximately 45-minute flight, which included at least ten circuits before returning. The account describes a scene of terror, with passengers apprehensive and without clear information about the situation.

What Gol reported

In a statement, the company affirmed that it adopted all operational measures focused on safety, that the flight was canceled, and that affected customers are receiving the arrangements provided for in ANAC regulations. Gol reinforced that safety is the company's number one value.

With information from G1.