A FedEx jet experienced an emergency landing at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport in Tennessee, causing it to skid off the end of the runway. The incident occurred after the plane reported a landing gear failure. There were three people on board the Boeing 757 aircraft, all of whom are accounted for and unharmed. The Federal Aviation Administration will be investigating the incident. The plane had been en route to Memphis International Airport before it had to return. There was no fire detected, and emergency crews commended the pilot and airport personnel for their handling of the situation.
The incident occurred late Wednesday evening when the FedEx jet made its final approach with landing gear failure. The plane circled before attempting an emergency landing at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport. Despite the landing gear issue, the pilot successfully brought the aircraft down, but it subsequently skidded off the runway and stopped between the runway and a nearby road. Fortunately, all three individuals on board the plane, whose identities were not disclosed, were safely accounted for. The Chattanooga Fire Department praised the pilot and airport personnel for their coordinated efforts during the emergency landing.
The Federal Aviation Administration will be investigating the incident further to determine the cause and circumstances surrounding the landing gear failure. It is unclear at this time what led to the failure or if it could have been prevented. There was no fire detected, although the plane’s engines emitted smoke. Emergency crews, including the fire department, responded to the scene promptly. Despite the potential danger of the situation, no injuries were reported. FedEx has yet to release additional information regarding the incident, and it remains to be seen how the company will address the issue and prevent similar incidents in the future.
