Qantaslink DH8D near Townsville on Apr 20th 2026, rudder problems
Last Update: April 20, 2026 / 19:43:04 GMT/Zulu time
Incident Facts
Date of incident
Apr 20, 2026
Classification
Incident
Airline
Qantaslink
Flight number
QF-2472
Departure
Townsville, Australia
Destination
Mount Isa, Australia
Aircraft Registration
VH-QOW
Aircraft Type
De Havilland Dash 8 (400)
ICAO Type Designator
DH8D
Passengers reported the crew initially told them about a few technical issues, but then explained the gravity of the situation, the passengers needed to brace for landing.
Qantas reported the aircraft suffered a problem with the rudder but landed safely.
The aircraft is still on the ground in Townsville about 21 hours after landing back.
Incident Facts
Date of incident
Apr 20, 2026
Classification
Incident
Airline
Qantaslink
Flight number
QF-2472
Departure
Townsville, Australia
Destination
Mount Isa, Australia
Aircraft Registration
VH-QOW
Aircraft Type
De Havilland Dash 8 (400)
ICAO Type Designator
DH8D
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