A Saudia Airlines flight arriving from Jeddah triggered a momentary concern at Lucknow’s Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport on Saturday morning when smoke was observed emanating from the aircraft’s wheels shortly after it touched down.
The incident took place around the arrival time of Flight SV 312. Upon noticing the smoke, the airport’s ground staff promptly alerted the Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) team, which responded quickly to the situation. Collaborating closely with the technical crew from Saudia Airlines, the emergency responders were able to control the smoke and prevent any further complications or damage to the plane.
Airport officials confirmed that all passengers were safely evacuated from the aircraft without any injuries or incidents. Additionally, normal flight schedules remained unaffected throughout the episode.
Authorities emphasized that the situation was minor and managed with all necessary precautions in place to ensure safety. They assured that no real danger had occurred, and the response was primarily preventive to avoid any escalation.
Following the event, the airport has initiated a formal inquiry to determine the exact cause behind the smoke detected from the aircraft’s wheels. The investigation will help in understanding whether it was due to mechanical issues, overheating, or any other factors that led to the brief emission of smoke.
In summary, while the sight of smoke from an aircraft wheel can be alarming, the quick action by airport staff and the coordinated efforts with the airline’s technical team ensured that the matter was swiftly resolved without any harm to passengers or disruption to airport operations. The authorities remain vigilant and committed to maintaining the highest safety standards for all flights and passengers passing through the airport.
