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Near Miss on KLM Flight KL1204: Highlights Aviation Risks

Dheer-Jayesh Sanghavi
Last updated: 30 December 2024 12:12
By Dheer-Jayesh Sanghavi
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KLM flight KL1204 slipped in Oslo, passengers unharmed
KLM flight KL1204 slipped in Oslo, passengers unharmed © voi
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An unexpected incident aboard KLM flight KL1204 on Dec. 28, 2024, disrupted a routine journey from Stavanger, Norway, to Amsterdam. While aviation remains one of the safest forms of transport, the event showcases the importance of rigorous safety measures and vigilance to mediate aviation risk.

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A Routine Flight Turned Incident2023: Aviation’s Safest YearKLM’s Role in Recovery

A Routine Flight Turned Incident

KLM flight KL1204, en route from Oslo to Amsterdam, was diverted after a loud noise occurred during takeoff. The Boeing 737 landed safely at Sandefjord Airport but veered off the runway into the grass. All 176 passengers and six crew members were unharmed. Authorities and KLM’s technical team are investigating the incident. The passengers were transferred to Oslo, and accommodation was provided.

KLM airline skids off Norwegian Runway
KLM airline skids off Norwegian Runway © ed. Katarzyna Bogdańska

2023: Aviation’s Safest Year

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) highlighted 2023 as the safest year in recent history, with an accident rate of 1.87 per million departures—a 17.9% improvement from 2022. Yet, the recent Azerbaijan Airlines crash is a stark reminder that achieving zero-accident operations is an ongoing challenge even in 2024, reinforcing the need for continuous innovation and precautionary risk management.

KLM voted as the top airline to work for
KLM was voted as the top airline to work for © ECA

KLM’s Role in Recovery

KLM, operating from Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, has been instrumental in the aviation sector’s post-pandemic rebound. With a 30% rise in global passenger numbers and a 1.8% increase in U.S. IFR flights, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), 2023 reflected industry resilience. However, incidents like KL1204 show that growth must be accompanied by equivalent safety measures, especially since the loss of control in-flight (LOC-I) remains a significant global concern, according to ICAO. While industry metrics show steady improvement, near misses and adverse incidents highlight the need for risk management in the aviation industry.

Which risk management practices can the industry follow to prepare for the unexpected and uphold its commitment to safety?

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Dheer-Jayesh Sanghavi
ByDheer-Jayesh Sanghavi
Hi! I'm Dheer Sanghavi from India, currently studying entrepreneurship & marketing at UOW, Australia. With experience as a content writer, I’m passionate about creativity, learning, and meeting new people. I love sketching, writing, and reviewing movies (big horror fan!)—plus, I’m always up for coffee and good conversations. 😊 Let’s connect! LinkedIn: Dheer J Sanghavi IG: @the_shades_of_a_pencil / @writerinablock
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