31-07-2025
British Airways Flight BA2615 Declares Emergency En Route from Malta to London
British Airways Flight BA2615 Declares Emergency Mid-Flight
British Airways flight BA2615, traveling from Malta International Airport (MLA) to London Gatwick (LGW), declared an in-flight emergency earlier today after squawking 7700, the universal transponder code for a general emergency.
The Airbus A320 aircraft issued the emergency signal while cruising over European airspace. Aviation monitoring services quickly picked up the squawk code, prompting widespread tracking of the flight as it continued on its path toward the United Kingdom.
What Does Squawk 7700 Mean?
When an aircraft transmits a 7700 squawk, it signals that the crew is experiencing a serious issue requiring immediate attention. It can be triggered for various reasons, including medical emergencies, mechanical problems, or other in-flight irregularities.
At the time of this report, British Airways has not officially confirmed the nature of the emergency on flight BA2615. However, flight tracking data shows that the aircraft continued flying toward London without significant deviation, indicating the situation may have been manageable onboard.
Arrival and Safety Status
Despite the mid-flight alarm, flight BA2615 landed safely at London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Emergency services were likely placed on standby at Gatwick as per standard protocol for such situations.
Passengers onboard were reportedly calm, and no injuries have been confirmed.
British Airways is expected to release an official statement once more information is available regarding the circumstances that led to the emergency squawk.
This incident comes amid heightened public interest in aviation safety, with several airlines reporting increased technical checks and enhanced emergency protocols in recent months.
