Ethiopian Airlines Dash 8-400 suffered a runway excursion after the landing gear collapsed while landing at Mekele Airport, Ethiopia.
The De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 with registration ET-AVS was operating flight ET106 from Addis Ababa to Mekele. However, while landing at Mekele Airport, the aircraft suffered a runway excursion and landing gear collapse.
The left main gear collapsed allowing the left wing and prop to strike the ground. The aircraft skidded off the runway, attributed to an alleged flat tire, creating a moment of intense concern among those on board.
The unexpected flat tire led to the aircraft veering off course and skidding off the runway upon touchdown.
Ethiopian Airlines DHC-8-400 (ET-AVS, built 2018) sustained substantial damage in a runway excursion during landing at Mekele Airport(HAMK), . The left maingear collapsed allowing the left wing and prop to strike the ground. All passengers escaped without injury.… pic.twitter.com/Nib4Atcqhh
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Ethiopian crew promptly initiated emergency evacuation procedures, ensuring the safe evacuation of all passengers.
Passengers expressed their appreciation for the airline staff’s quick thinking and composed response to the situation. The professionalism and commitment to safety exhibited by the Ethiopian Airlines crew warrant commendation, highlighting their ability to handle unforeseen challenges and prioritize passenger well-being.
