When Engines Fail: A Cautionary Tale of "Surge and Stall" Last weekend's Qantas flight QF122 provided a stark reminder that even with advanced technology, engine failures can still occur.
The Boeing 737, bound for Sydney, suffered a suspected engine issue just after takeoff from Queenstown, New Zealand, forcing it to divert to Christchurch.
The term "surge and stall" is familiar to those who follow aviation news closely.