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Returning to Brisbane presented its own unique challenges. The pilots discovered that their landing gear would not deploy through the standard powered method, and they would have to allow it to drop freely. Furthermore, with the aircraft heavily overweight, the landing would require precision to avoid disaster.
A Successful Yet Arduous Landing
Approximately one hour after taking off, Malaysia Airlines Flight 134 performed an emergency landing at Brisbane. Despite the odds against them—the overweight aircraft, malfunctioning systems, and belly of uncertainty—the pilots successfully landed the plane safely, bringing all 215 passengers and 14 crew members back to solid ground without serious injury.