A cargo plane made an emergency landing on the runway after its landing gear failed to deploy at Istanbul Airport. The plane skidded halfway down the runway before coming to a stop. Following the unloading of the cargo, Airport Rescue and Firefighting teams started efforts to remove the plane from the runway.
Cranes were used to lift the front part of the plane before it was towed off the runway by tow trucks and taken to a hangar for further investigation. The runway, designated as 16R, was closed for flights due to the emergency landing but would be reopened after inspections were carried out.
Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu provided updates on the situation on social media, stating that the cargo plane had been successfully removed by the teams. He commended the meticulous and organized work of the teams in cleaning the runway after the plane was towed. He also praised the calm and strategic response of the employees from the moment the incident began.
Minister Uraloğlu extended his best wishes to the personnel of the cargo plane and all Istanbul Airport staff. He expressed gratitude for their efforts in avoiding any serious outcomes from the incident. He also prayed for the protection of the country, its people, and all of humanity from accidents and disasters.
The incident at Istanbul Airport highlighted the professionalism and skill of the rescue and firefighting teams in handling emergency situations. The successful removal of the cargo plane from the runway and the careful cleaning of the affected area were a testament to the expertise and dedication of the personnel involved. The incident serves as an example of effective response and prevention of potential accidents in the future.
