Charter Plane Overshoots Runway at St. John's International Airport
Airport Closed Temporarily After Incident
St. John's International Airport was forced to close temporarily on Wednesday evening after a charter plane overran the runway during landing. The incident occurred around 7:30 pm, and no injuries were reported.
Investigation Underway
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is investigating the cause of the accident. According to preliminary reports, the plane landed short of the runway and continued down an embankment. The plane's landing gear collapsed, and the aircraft came to a stop in a field.
Airport Reopens
The airport reopened to traffic around 10:30 pm after the damaged plane was removed from the runway. The TSB's investigation is ongoing, and they will release a full report once it is complete.
Safety Concerns
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of the airport's runway. The St. John's International Airport Authority has released a statement saying that they are reviewing their safety procedures and will make any necessary changes to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.
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