Melbourne, Australia - An Etihad Airways flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi failed to take off after two tires blew out at Melbourne Airport on Sunday, January 5. The incident led to the emergency evacuation of 289 passengers.
Incident Timeline
1. The Boeing 787-9 aircraft began accelerating down the runway.
2. The emergency braking system was activated, causing the plane to stop.
3. Firefighters sprayed the blown-out tires.
4. Passengers were evacuated and transported back to the terminal.
Passenger and Official Reactions
Jonathan Dover, a passenger, stated that he remained calm due to the pilot's composed demeanor. A Melbourne Airport spokesperson confirmed the tire damage and successful passenger evacuation.
Incident Aftermath
1. Flight EY461 was canceled.
2. The aircraft remained grounded for a day.
3. Passengers were rebooked on alternative flights.