British Airways Airbus A350 Loses Tire After Las Vegas Takeoff
A British Airways flight encountered a tire loss shortly after departure from Las Vegas. Flight BA274, an Airbus A350-1000, took off from Harry Reid International Airport on a late Monday night. During takeoff, a significant incident unfolded involving the aircraft’s landing gear.
Incident Details
The event occurred just after 9 p.m. on Monday. Video footage streamed live from LAS Vegas Airport showed the Airbus A350-1000 taxiing before takeoff. As the plane ascended, sparks erupted from the right-side landing gear.
Tire Loss Observed
- The tire was seen detaching about 15 seconds after the aircraft lifted off.
- Footage confirmed the wheel falling off the right-side landing gear during the climb.
According to Monika Bertaki, a spokeswoman for the airport, the flight continued on its route to London without further incident. Fortunately, both passengers and crew remained unharmed, and there were no reports of damage to airport property.
Post-Incident Actions
The tire was later retrieved from the runway area at Harry Reid International Airport. British Airways has not yet released an official statement regarding the incident.
This occurrence highlights the critical importance of routine aircraft maintenance and safety protocols. Such incidents, while rare, are significant events in commercial aviation.
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