A Qantas flight from Perth to the Pilbara region was diverted to Geraldton due to a mechanical issue. A passenger onboard says they were “terrified” and called for aircraft used on the route to be replaced. A Qantas flight from Perth to the Pilbara region was diverted to Geraldton due to a mechanical issue. A passenger onboard says they were “terrified” and called for aircraft used on the route to be replaced. Air Transport Industry Latest business news