Delta Flight DL161 Declares Emergency After Departure from Amsterdam
On September 8, 2025, Delta Air Lines flight DL161, an Airbus A350-941 with registration N521DN, declared an emergency shortly after departing Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The flight was en route to Minneapolis.
Flight Details
- Airline: Delta Air Lines
- Aircraft: Airbus A350-941
- Tail Number: N521DN
The aircraft departed from Gate E20 at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, taking off from runway 24 at 10:44 CEST. Approximately 45 minutes into the flight, at an altitude of 33,700 feet over the North Sea, the flight crew declared an emergency, using squawk code 7700, which indicates a general emergency.
Emergency Landing
The pilots made the decision to return to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The airline has yet to confirm the specific details regarding the diversion back to the airport.
Updates
- 11:53 CEST: Flight DL161 is on approach to Amsterdam.
- 12:09 CEST: The aircraft touched down on runway 18C.
- 12:17 CEST: The Airbus A350 is now parked at a remote stand.
Flight Information
- Airport Code: AMS
- Flight Number: DL161
| Time (CEST) | Status |
|---|---|
| 11:53 | On approach |
| 12:09 | Touchdown on runway 18C |
| 12:17 | Parked on remote stand |
