All 37 passengers on board the Delhi-Bilaspur Alliance Air flight were safely evacuated after a landing-gear tyre burst on the runway at Bilasa Airport.
Bilaspur : A major aviation incident was narrowly averted at Bilasa Airport in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, on Friday after the tyre of an Alliance Air aircraft burst while the plane was landing. The aircraft was carrying 37 passengers, all of whom were safely evacuated following the incident.
The incident occurred when Alliance Air flight 9I613 (VT-UDA), operating from Delhi to Bilaspur, arrived at Bilasa Airport at around its scheduled landing time of 1:30 PM. During the landing, one of the tyres of the aircraft’s landing gear reportedly burst while the aircraft was on the runway.
37 Passengers Were on Board
According to the information available, the Alliance Air flight had taken off from Delhi for Bilaspur with 37 passengers on board.
The aircraft was in the process of landing when the tyre suddenly burst on the runway. The incident caused panic among passengers, as the aircraft was unable to proceed normally after landing.
Airport authorities and security personnel immediately responded to the situation and ensured that all passengers were safely brought out of the aircraft.
No loss of life has been reported in the incident.
Passengers Safely Evacuated
Following the tyre burst, airport and security teams immediately reached the aircraft and assisted passengers in disembarking safely.
The incident created concern among passengers and airport personnel, but prompt action by the airport team helped prevent the situation from escalating into a major accident.
The aircraft is currently parked on the runway area, and technical teams have been informed about the incident.
Bilaspur-Prayagraj Flight Cancelled
The incident has also affected flight operations at Bilasa Airport.
Following the tyre burst, the Bilaspur-Prayagraj flight has been cancelled. The affected aircraft remains at the airport while technical experts assess its condition.
The airline and airport authorities are coordinating to determine the next course of action and to ensure that the runway and aircraft are handled safely.
Technical Team to Arrive From Delhi
A technical team from Delhi is expected to reach Bilaspur to inspect the aircraft and carry out the necessary maintenance work.
The damaged aircraft will have to be examined before it can be cleared for further operation. The runway will also need to be assessed and cleared as required.
Officials are closely monitoring the situation to ensure that normal airport operations can resume safely.
Flight Operations May Remain Affected
The incident could potentially disrupt flight operations at Bilasa Airport for the next one or two days, depending on how quickly the aircraft is inspected and removed from the runway area.
However, the exact duration of the disruption will depend on the technical assessment and clearance given by the concerned authorities.
Passengers travelling from Bilaspur are advised to check the latest flight status with the airline before reaching the airport.
Alliance Air Connects Bilaspur With Several Cities
Alliance Air operates flights connecting Bilaspur with several important cities. The airline’s services from Bilaspur include connections to destinations such as Delhi, Ambikapur, Jabalpur and Prayagraj, providing important air connectivity for passengers from Bilaspur and surrounding areas.
Any disruption to flight operations can therefore affect passengers travelling between Bilaspur and these destinations.
Investigation and Safety Assessment Underway
The exact reason behind the tyre burst is yet to be established. A detailed technical inspection will be required to determine whether the incident was related to the aircraft’s tyre, landing gear, runway conditions or another technical factor.
The technical team is expected to inspect the aircraft before it is cleared for service.
Airport authorities and the airline are also expected to review the circumstances surrounding the incident as part of the safety assessment.
No Casualties Reported
The most important aspect of the incident is that all 37 passengers were safely evacuated and no casualties have been reported.
The incident highlights the importance of airport emergency preparedness and the prompt response of airport and security personnel during unexpected situations.
Further information regarding the aircraft’s technical condition and the resumption of flight operations is expected after the inspection by the technical team.
For now, passengers travelling from Bilasa Airport should check with Alliance Air for updated flight schedules and operational status before planning their journey.
