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Plane Collides With Coast Guard Aircraft At Tokyo Airport
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Japan Airlines Flight #JL516 narrowly escaped catastrophe as it collided with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft and burst into flames during its landing on runway 34R at Tokyo Haneda Airport.
The incident occurred at precisely 08:47:32 UTC (17:47:32 local time). Fortunately, all passengers and crew aboard have been reported to be safely evacuated, according to Japanese media sources.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the collision and subsequent fire are underway, with authorities working to determine the root cause of the incident.
Both Japan Airlines and the Japan Coast Guard are expected to cooperate fully with the investigation. The airport's operational status may be affected in the short term, leading to potential disruptions for other flights scheduled at Tokyo Haneda Airport.
The incident occurred at precisely 08:47:32 UTC (17:47:32 local time). Fortunately, all passengers and crew aboard have been reported to be safely evacuated, according to Japanese media sources.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the collision and subsequent fire are underway, with authorities working to determine the root cause of the incident.
Both Japan Airlines and the Japan Coast Guard are expected to cooperate fully with the investigation. The airport's operational status may be affected in the short term, leading to potential disruptions for other flights scheduled at Tokyo Haneda Airport.
Jan 2, 2024
