Oman Air Flight Experiences Flaps Issue, Boeing 737 MAX Returns to Origin

Oman Air Flight Experiences Flaps Issue, Boeing 737 MAX Returns to Origin

On May 31, 2025, an Oman Air flight, carrying out the WY815 service, took off with a Boeing 737 MAX 8 from Muscat International Airport towards Bangkok. There was a technical problem concerning the flaps, just after takeoff, which is a component of the wing that is important for lift and descent control. Considering flight…