
AirAsia flight QZ545 returns to Perth after engine trouble — timeline & facts
An AirAsia flight (QZ545) from Perth to Denpasar (Bali) turned back to Perth shortly after takeoff on 24 August 2025 after the crew observed a plane abnormality. The aircraft circled to burn fuel and landed safely; all passengers and crew disembarked without injury. AirAsia has verified a preventative air turnback and a disquisition is underway. …