Air France flight AF972, an A330-200 aircraft bound for Luanda, Angola, has declared an emergency and is currently returning to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport. The flight, which took off earlier today, experienced an undisclosed issue that led the crew to initiate the emergency procedures and turn back to the airport.
At this moment, details about the exact nature of the emergency remain limited, but the airline has confirmed that the safety of passengers and crew remains their top priority. Emergency services at Charles De Gaulle Airport are on standby to assist the aircraft upon its return.The airline has assured passengers that it is closely monitoring the situation and will provide further information as soon as it becomes available. Air France has also stated that all necessary steps are being taken to resolve the issue safely and efficiently.Flight AF972, which was en route to Luanda, has a significant number of passengers on board, and the return to Paris will likely cause some delays. Passengers affected by the situation are encouraged to stay in contact with the airline for updates on rebooking options and next steps.As the aircraft makes its way back to Paris, aviation authorities will be conducting a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the emergency. Further details are expected to be released once the aircraft has landed safely and the situation has been fully assessed.