On a Telegram channel, reports described a Russian Il-76 transport aircraft catching fire during takeoff from Gissar airport in Tajikistan. The incident centered on a blaze that apparently affected one of the engines, leading the aircraft to veer off the runway and burn completely. Officials later stated that the aircrew members were not injured and that the crew’s safety was the primary concern as investigators began reviewing the sequence of events.
Initial information indicated an engine fire was the triggering issue. The Il-76’s departure turned into an emergency situation as the aircraft skidded off the runway, leaving the airplane engulfed in flames. In the aftermath, a spokesperson confirmed there were no injuries among the flight crew or any passengers who might have been aboard, underscoring a focus on accident assessment and safety procedures following the event.
In a separate incident, new details emerged about a Boeing 737-800 at Perm Bolshoye Savino airport where the pilot reportedly lost control during the approach. The aircraft then departed from the runway, prompting an emergency response and subsequent checks to determine what caused the loss of control. While the official statement emphasized safety measures and ongoing investigations, the incident added to a broader discussion about ground operations and approach procedures at regional airports.
Earlier reporting described a Nordwind Airlines passenger jet operating on the St. Petersburg to Novokuznetsk route that skidded off the runway during landing at the destination airport and sustained damage to its landing gear. The event prompted routine aircraft inspections and a careful inspection of the runway conditions, pilot actions, and aircraft performance during the critical landing phase.
Additionally, authorities and commentators noted that birds striking Russian aircraft has been a recurring theme. Bird interactions with aircraft during takeoff and landing can pose risks to engines and flight control, prompting ongoing considerations about wildlife management around airports and improved situational awareness for flight crews as part of standard safety protocols.