Incident
On 11 November 2025 at 01:37 UTC, an Airbus A340-313 (registration HB-JMF) operated by Edelweiss Air AG was in cruise flight approximately 20 nautical miles northwest of Sakaka, Saudi Arabia. The flight, operating under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) as a scheduled commercial service, had departed Zurich Airport (LSZH) and was destined for Muscat International Airport (OOMS), Oman. During the cruise, irregularities occurred in engine 1, leading to an engine fire. The cockpit crew executed the relevant emergency procedures and shut down the affected engine. Subsequently, the fire warning ceased. The aircraft continued its flight on the remaining three engines and landed at Muscat without further incident.
Aircraft and Crew
The aircraft, an Airbus S.A.S. A340-313, was owned by Swiss International Air Lines Ltd. and operated by Edelweiss Air AG. On board were 2 cockpit crew members, 9 cabin crew members, and 166 passengers.
Damage and Injuries
According to the preliminary report, no injuries were sustained by crew, passengers, or third parties. The aircraft itself sustained serious damage to engine 1. No other damage was reported.
Investigation
The Swiss Safety Investigation Board (SUST) has opened an investigation into the serious incident. This preliminary report provides a brief and provisional overview of the occurrence without completeness or conclusions.