Created Wednesday, Aug 3rd 2022 16:46Z, last updated Wednesday, Aug 3rd 2022 16:46Z
A KLM Boeing 737-700, registration PH-BGT performing flight KL-1542 from Leeds,EN (UK) to Amsterdam (Netherlands), departed Leeds' runway 32, climbed to FL270 and landed on Amsterdam's runway 18R about 45 minutes after departure. The aircraft was subsequently seen taxiing in with the right hand forward cargo door partially open (inward opening).

The airline reported an internal investigation showed the hatch opened over the North Sea due to a technical defect. Passengers and crew were not in danger, no suitcases or cargo was at risk.

The occurrence aircraft returned to service after about 18 hours on the ground.

The aircraft seen taxiing in:

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