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About a month ago, an Air Arabia (Morocco) Airbus A320 experienced a serious incident shortly after departing from Catania Airport in Italy, according to a recent press release from Italy's Civil Aviation Authority (ANSV). The aircraft, which was en route to Amman Airport in Jordan, lost altitude soon after takeoff, triggering the Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) due to its close proximity to the sea.
Reports indicate that the aircraft descended to approximately 200 feet (61 meters) above the water before the flight crew managed to recover control and resume the flight. The aircraft continued its journey without further issues.
The ANSV has completed a preliminary assessment and classified the event as a serious incident. A safety investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the altitude loss. The incident involved only two pilots and four cabin crew members, as there were no passengers on board at the time.
