What happened
On July 25, 2008, at approximately 11:15 AM local time, a Boeing 747-400 operating as Qantas flight 30 experienced a mid-air incident over Manila, Philippines. While cruising at an altitude of approximately 29,000 feet, a section of the aircraft's fuselage separated, causing a rapid depressurization of the cabin.
Following the event, the crew initiated an emergency descent to 10,000 feet following standard operating procedures. The aircraft diverted to Manila, where the crew performed a safe landing. The aircraft VH-OJK taxied to the terminal without assistance, allowing for the disembarkation of all occupants. There were no injuries reported among the 346 passengers or 19 crew members.