A bush fire broke out on the runway of Sydney Airport while the Qantas flight bound for Brisbane was making an emergency return on Friday, November 8. reported.

X user @coffeepakemilk recorded the grass fire from inside the airport.

The fire coincided with the emergency return to Sydney Airport of Qantas flight QF520 bound for Brisbane airport. in questionHe added that the investigation is ongoing to determine whether the two incidents are related.

Sydney Airport warned of possible delays, saying: “With the safe arrival of the aircraft, Sydney Airport’s priority is to conduct a full inspection of the parallel runway and return it to service as soon as possible.”

Qantas approved The emergency return was due to a “controlled engine failure” that led to a loud explosion. Credit: @coffeepakemilk via Storyful