In a dramatic incident at Tokyo’s Haneda airport, a Japan Airlines plane caught fire upon landing, with flames visible from the windows and beneath the aircraft. The alarming scene was captured by NHK, showing a runway ablaze. According to Tokyo’s fire department, the fire may have resulted from a collision between the JAL plane and a Japan Coast Guard aircraft.
The distressing situation unfolded as the Japan Airlines flight, originating from Sapporo, landed at Haneda airport. NHK reported that the aircraft collided with a coast guard plane during the landing. Despite the intense situation, all 379 passengers and crew on board were successfully evacuated, as confirmed by the airline.
The incident raises concerns about aviation safety and highlights the potential hazards associated with runway incidents and collisions. Investigations will likely delve into the circumstances surrounding the collision and the ensuing fire to determine the root cause and prevent similar incidents in the future.
Sources:
https://english.kyodonews.net/
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-67862011
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