A Smartavia Boeing 737 aircraft experienced a tail strike during its landing at Sochi International Airport.
The incident occurred as the Boeing 737-800, operating flight 5N-545 from St. Petersburg, touched down on the runway.
According to the Russian Federal Air Transport Agency, the aircraft’s tail struck the runway twice, resulting in an overload of 2.8G. Despite the impact, the plane managed to taxi safely to the apron without any further issues.
The incident has been classified as a serious aviation incident by the Russian authorities, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the tail strike. The investigation will focus on various factors, including the pilot’s actions, the aircraft’s technical condition, and the airport’s infrastructure.
There were 190 passengers on board the aircraft at the time of the incident. No injuries were reported among the passengers or crew.
Such incidents can have serious consequences if not handled properly. The Russian authorities will be closely examining the circumstances surrounding the event to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
