What was supposed to be a routine eight-hour journey from the sun-drenched runways of Dubai to the historic city of Newcastle turned into a dramatic aerial battle on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. As Emirates Flight EK35 approached Northern England, it was met by the fierce arrival of Storm Chandra.
The Boeing 777-300ER encountered a wall of heavy rain, mist, and punishing crosswinds reaching up to 60 mph. These treacherous conditions turned the final descent into a challenge of skill, as pilots fought to stabilize the massive aircraft against the elements.
