Trabzon, Turkey — August 25, 2025 — A flynas Airbus A320neo bound for Jeddah made a precautionary return to Trabzon Airport on Sunday night after suffering an engine failure shortly after takeoff, the airline confirmed.
Flight XY622, operating as a scheduled service from Trabzon (TZX) to Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), departed at 10:45 p.m. local time on August 24. Within minutes of departure, the flight crew reported an engine malfunction and discontinued the climb at 10,000 feet, according to flight tracking data.
The crew initiated a direct return to Trabzon, where the aircraft landed safely on the same runway from which it had departed approximately 30 minutes earlier. No injuries were reported, and the landing took place without further incident.
Incident Details
The aircraft involved was an Airbus A320neo registered HZ-NS44, a 4.3-year-old jet delivered new to flynas in June 2021. The narrow-body aircraft, configured for 174 passengers, is part of the airline’s growing fleet of fuel-efficient A320neos.
Flight data confirms the climb was terminated at flight level 100, with the crew opting for a precautionary return rather than continuing the scheduled journey to Saudi Arabia. The swift decision reflects standard safety protocols for engine-related anomalies.
Fleet and Operations
Flynas, Saudi Arabia’s leading low-cost carrier, has expanded significantly since its founding as Nas Air in 2007. The airline rebranded to flynas in 2013 and now operates from multiple hubs, including Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport, Dammam’s King Fahd International Airport, and Madinah’s Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
The carrier operates a fleet of 61 Airbus aircraft, primarily A320neos, alongside five A320-200s and two A330-300s. Flynas has also placed substantial orders to support future growth, including 15 A330-900s and 10 long-range A321XLRs.
Safety Record and Context
Engine-related issues have occasionally affected A320neo operators globally, with some tied to specific engine models. Aviation safety experts note that precautionary landings, such as the one carried out in Trabzon, demonstrate both adherence to safety procedures and the reliability of modern aircraft systems to handle such failures.
While flynas has not issued a detailed statement about the exact cause of the failure, industry practice suggests that the aircraft will undergo technical inspection before being cleared to return to service.
Company Profile
Headquartered in Riyadh, flynas has built its brand on affordable fares and expanding connectivity across the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. In 2024, the airline carried more than 10 million passengers, cementing its status as a regional leader in the low-cost segment.
The airline’s ongoing fleet renewal strategy, centered on the A320neo family, reflects its commitment to efficiency and sustainability. The A320neo offers reduced fuel burn and lower emissions compared with earlier generation aircraft, making it a cornerstone of flynas’s long-term growth plans.
Conclusion
The safe return of flight XY622 underscores the effectiveness of modern aviation safety systems and the preparedness of crews to handle in-flight technical issues. While passengers experienced disruption to their travel plans, the incident ended without injury or damage, and the aircraft is expected to undergo further inspection before resuming service.
Flynas continues to expand its fleet and network while maintaining a strong focus on safety and operational reliability — priorities that remain at the forefront as the carrier grows its footprint across the region.
