An unusual event at the international airport in the capital Qatar Doshas. It happened last Friday. While taxiing after a flight from Dove w Sri Lance two wheels of the right chassis of the machine sank to a depth of approximately one meter in a sewage manhole located in the parking apron. Due to the accident, the plane rested on the gondola right engine.
Unofficial reports indicate that the plane affected by the accident is an almost 10-year-old Boeing 787-8 (Dreamliner) with GEnX engines, marked A7-BCV. Depending on the series, this aircraft can accommodate from 210 to 250 passengers. The wingspan of the machine is about 60 meters and the height is 17.
Rhinitis. Dangerous incident at the airport. The Dreamliner collapsed on the tarmac
Qatar Airways confirmed in an official statement that no one was injured as a result of the incident. Passengers were safely evacuated and transported to the terminal. “October 25 at the international airport Hamadwhile taxiing, the right landing gear of the Qatar Airways aircraft struck a ground structure. The right engine came into contact with the ground. “No injuries were reported and all passengers on board were disembarked safely,” the statement said.
Videos shared on social media show huge wheels of the machine “buried” in the airport tarmac. There are many airport staff around. The plane is currently undergoing technical inspection. The engine fan intakes and covers may have been damaged. There is no information about fuel leakage or other damage. Qatar Airways and airport services are working to clarify the circumstances and determine the extent of the damage.