(VitalNews.org) – It seems Boeing is having a hard time keeping travelers safe as the company’s troubles continue: another one of its aircraft experiences a dangerous malfunction.
An Etihad Airways Boeing 787 Dreamliner was forced to abort takeoff at Melbourne Airport in Australia after its landing gear caught fire.
This incident endangered nearly 300 passengers and raised serious questions about the safety and reliability of Boeing aircraft.
The dramatic event unfolded as Etihad Airways flight EY461, bound for Abu Dhabi, was moments away from takeoff.
Suddenly, smoke and flames were seen coming out from the landing gear, prompting the flight crew to engage emergency brakes.
The abrupt pause caused two tires to burst, leaving the aircraft stranded on the runway.
Emergency services quickly surrounded the jet, spraying foam on the landing gear to prevent a potentially deadly fire.
Although this quick action likely saved lives, it is alarming that such a dangerous situation occurred in the first place on a relatively new aircraft model.
While Etihad Airways tried to downplay the incident, the facts speak for themselves.
A spokesperson for the airline stated, “The flight crew decided to halt the takeoff for technical reasons, the aircraft was safely brought to a stop on the runway and emergency services attended as a precaution.”
However, burst tires and flaming landing gear are hardly routine “technical reasons.”
The incident caused significant disruptions at Melbourne Airport, with only one runway remaining operational for other flights.
This not only inconvenienced thousands of travelers but also highlighted the potential for widespread chaos whenever any Boeing aircraft malfunctions.
Etihad Airways claims that the safety and comfort of passengers and crew are their highest priority. Yet, this incident raises serious doubts about their choice of aircraft.
The airline is now scrambling to make alternative arrangements for the affected passengers, but the damage to public trust may be harder to repair.
This is just the latest in a series of alarming incidents involving Boeing aircraft.
From wheel failures during takeoff to more severe structural issues, Boeing’s reputation for safety and reliability is increasingly in question.
Some are even calling for a thorough investigation into these recurring problems and for airlines to reconsider their reliance on potentially dangerous Boeing planes.
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