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How Qatar Airways Boeing Flight Lost Height To Just 800ft Minutes After Take-off

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Qatar Airways has opened an investigation after one of its Boeing 787s narrowly escaped colliding with the Arabian Gulf in what seemed to be a steep nosedive shortly after departure from Hamad International Airport in Doha.

After temporarily losing “situational awareness” shortly after takeoff, a pilot unintentionally pushed a jet into a precipitous dive.

The plane A7-BCO quickly nosedived after takeoff for Copenhagen, Denmark, according to flight tracking information on January 10. It slowly gained height until it reached a height of 550 metres before suddenly losing altitude.

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On January 10, early in the morning, Qatar Airways flight 161 departed Doha for Copenhagen. The Boeing 787-8 took off from Hamad International Airport’s Runway 16L at 22:59 UTC (01:59 local time). However, less than two minutes later, the plane had descended to just 800 feet before climbing back up. Six hours later, the plane touched down in Copenhagen.

Following the event, the aircraft levelled off and was once more ready to start climbing. The pilot flying at the time of the descent is thought to have been the first officer, reports the Herald. The altitude dip was reported to authorities, and Qatar Airways is now looking into it internally.

“Qatar Airways is aware of an incident involving flight QR161 from Doha to Copenhagen on January 10, 2023. An internal investigation is being conducted, and it was immediately reported to the authorities. The national carrier promised that “the airline follows the most strict standards of safety, training, and reporting and is working to remediate any issues in line with industry norms.”

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German Carrier Lufthansa Plans for 20% Job Cuts in Administration

Lufthansa Airlines is reportedly planning significant job cuts in its administrative workforce. According to Manager Magazin, the German carrier intends to reduce administrative positions by 20% as part of its cost-cutting measures amidst an anticipated decline in earnings.

This reduction could impact approximately 400 jobs, the report revealed. While Lufthansa has not directly commented on the layoffs, the airline confirmed its goal of cutting administrative costs by 20% by 2028.

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The strategy involves leveraging digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation. “A hiring freeze is currently in place for administrative roles at Lufthansa Airlines,” said a company spokesperson.

The staff reduction is expected to occur through natural attrition and age-related turnover, rather than forced layoffs. The internal projection cited by the magazine warns that Lufthansa could face an operating loss of €800 million ($843.92 million) by 2026 if no corrective measures are taken.

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The report highlights the challenges companies face in aligning workforce requirements with current and future demands. Failure to adapt could necessitate drastic actions, such as restructuring and layoffs, which carry significant repercussions for both the organization and its employees.

As Lufthansa navigates these challenges, the airline appears committed to balancing cost efficiency with digital transformation to maintain its competitiveness in a rapidly evolving industry.