Sunday, October 6, 2024 A Frontier Airlines flight from San Diego to Las Vegas faced a frightening moment on Saturday when flames and thick smoke emerged from the plane’s undercarriage as it landed at Harry Reid International Airport. As Flight 1326 touched down, emergency services rushed into action. All 190 passengers and seven crew members were safely evacuated, with no injuries reported.
The aircraft experienced a “hard landing,” according to airport officials, which triggered an immediate response from the Clark County Fire Department. Frontier Airlines quickly confirmed that the pilots noticed smoke upon landing and declared an emergency. Despite the tense situation, the aircraft landed safely.
Crew members swiftly helped passengers exit via airstairs, and everyone was bused to the terminal. The flight left San Diego at 1:51 p.m.
Pacific Time and arrived in Las Vegas at 3:37 p.m. Though firefighters quickly extinguished the flames, the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a temporary ground stop and is continuing its assessment. Thanks to quick decisions and teamwork, all passengers and crew were safe. Authorities are now working to uncover the details of what caused the fire, with safety remaining the top priority.
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