16/06/2025
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16/06/2025
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LUCKNOW, June 16: A Saudia Airlines flight carrying Hajj pilgrims from Jeddah triggered a brief scare at Lucknow Airport on Saturday morning after smoke and sparks were seen emanating from the aircraft’s wheels shortly after landing.
According to airport officials, the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) team responded immediately to the incident. Working swiftly alongside the airline’s ground crew, they successfully contained the smoke and ensured that no damage was caused to the aircraft.
“All passengers were safely deboarded, and no injuries were reported,” an airport official confirmed, adding that airport operations continued without disruption. The cause of the smoke has not yet been publicly disclosed, but officials say prompt coordination between emergency teams averted any escalation.
