A TAP Air Portugal Embraer ERJ-190 operating a scheduled service from Marrakech to Lisbon declared an emergency and diverted to Casablanca earlier today.
Flight TP1453, operated by a TAP Express ERJ-190, declared an emergency with squawk code 7700 not long after its departure from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK).
TAP Express TP1453 Marrakech-Lisbon
As the aircraft was established on the outbound track, flight crew terminated the climb procedure at flight level FL210 (21,000 feet).
A descent was then initiated, and flight crew transmitted squawk code 7700 whilst in an orbit manoeuvre passing through FL120. A direct track was then made for Casablanca and a diversion was expedited, maintaining the priority emergency squawk code.
The nature of the problem prompting the emergency declaration and early diversion is not yet known. The flight subsequently landed at Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN).
Aircraft Details
The aircraft conducting the TP1453 service bound for Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) was an Embraer ERJ-190, registered CS-TPS. This is a 12.9-year-old regional aircraft belonging to the subsidiary carrier TAP Express. It has been in operational service with the airline since August 2016.
Prior to its service with the current carrier it was operated by Brazil’s Azul.
TAP Express is a Portuguese regional airline brand that operates short and medium-haul routes. It is a subsidiary of TAP Air Portugal, the national flag carrier of Portugal.
Here are some key points about TAP Express:
- Regional focus: TAP Express primarily serves domestic routes within Portugal and short-haul international destinations in Europe and North Africa.
- Part of TAP Air Portugal: The airline is a wholly owned subsidiary of TAP Air Portugal, which allows for seamless connections and shared benefits for passengers.
- Fleet: TAP Express operates a fleet of Embraer E190 and E195 aircraft, which are ideal for short-haul flights.
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