A harrowing incident unfolded at Halifax Airport in Canada when a PAL Airlines aircraft, operating as Air Canada flight AC2259, executed an emergency landing due to a landing gear malfunction.
The dramatic event, which occurred around 9:30 PM AT, sent shockwaves among passengers and sparked widespread concern on social media.
As the plane touched down, it skidded along the pavement, triggering panic among those on board. Passenger Nikki Valentine recounted the terrifying experience, describing how the aircraft tilted approximately 20 degrees to the left, accompanied by a loud crash-like noise. “The plane started to sit at about a 20-degree angle to the left, and as that happened, we heard a pretty loud—what almost sounded like a crash sound—as the wing of the plane started to skid along the pavement,” Valentine told CBC News.
Viral footage captured the aircraft’s wings scraping the runway, causing a fire during the landing. Fortunately, no casualties were reported among passengers or crew. The emergency landing ignited discussions on social media, with users drawing comparisons to a deadly incident in South Korea.
The incident has raised concerns over aviation safety, with many calling for answers. “Two catastrophic landing gear failures in a matter of hours? What’s happening in aviation right now? Mechanical issues or something more sinister? Questions need answers—fast,” one user expressed.
In a statement, the airport confirmed the incident and stated that all passengers were evacuated and examined by paramedics. The airport was temporarily closed on Saturday night, though one runway was reopened shortly after. An investigation into the incident is currently underway.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
