Delta Flight 263 Emergency Landing at JFK | Hydraulic Failure & Manual Gear Deployment

April 1, 2025

Delta Air Lines Flight 263 (DAL263), a Boeing 767-400 (Registration: N830MH) enroute from Paris Charles de Gaulle to New York JFK, declared an emergency over the Atlantic Ocean 300 miles east of NYC. The crew reported a critical hydraulic system failure at 35,000 feet, prompting a request for emergency ground services at JFK.

During final approach, the pilots aborted landing due to complications, manually deploying flaps and landing gear—a rare and demanding procedure. After executing a go-around, the aircraft safely touched down on Runway 31L following a second attempt.

This gripping ATC audio captures tense communications between the cockpit and New York Center, displaying the crew’s professionalism under pressure.

🔊 Listen to the full ATC exchange and breakdown of this high-stakes incident.

Key Details:
✈️ Aircraft: Boeing 767-400 (B764) | Registration: N830MH
🛫 Flight: Delta DAL263 (CDG-JFK)
🌍 Location: 300 miles east of NYC over the Atlantic Ocean
🛬 Outcome: Successful emergency landing with no injuries reported

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