Today at Haneda Airport in Ota City, Tokyo, a major incident unfolded as a large aircraft exploded on the runway, emitting towering flames visible from the passenger windows.
Eyewitnesses recounted the harrowing scene, with one individual posting on X platform, describing the terrifying spectacle of a plane detonating before their eyes.
Critical details regarding the circumstances leading to the explosion remain elusive, leaving uncertainty about whether the plane was in the process of taking off, landing, or stationary during the incident.
Recent updates reveal that the aircraft involved in the explosion is reportedly owned by Japan Airlines. NHK’s footage captured the intensity of the situation, depicting firefighters valiantly battling the fierce blaze that engulfed the aircraft.
Emerging information suggests that the plane, while still carrying passengers, ignited on the runway, potentially colliding with a Coast Guard aircraft, as per Nippon TV reports.
A spokesperson from Japan Airlines confirmed that the flight originated from Shin-Chitose airport in Hokkaido and was ferrying more than 300 passengers at the time of the incident.
Authorities and emergency responders are actively engaged in managing the aftermath of this alarming incident.
As investigations continue, further details are anticipated to shed light on the causes and extent of the devastation caused by this tragic event.
