An Air Baltic Airbus A220 aircraft went off the runway at Riga Airport on March 17, 2023, during landing. The aircraft was flying from Munich, Germany, with 87 passengers and 5 crew members on board. The cause of the incident is still unknown, and there have been no reported injuries.
In this article, we will explore the details of the incident, the response from Air Baltic and Riga Airport, and any potential impact on future flights.
Details of the Incident
The Air Baltic Airbus A220 aircraft was landing at Riga Airport when it went off the runway and onto the grass. The incident occurred at approximately 4:30 pm local time, and emergency services were immediately called to the scene.
All passengers and crew members were safely evacuated from the aircraft, and there have been no reported injuries. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.
Response from Air Baltic and Riga Airport
Air Baltic has released a statement regarding the incident, confirming that all passengers and crew members were safely evacuated from the aircraft. The airline has also stated that it is working closely with Riga Airport and the authorities to investigate the cause of the incident.
Riga Airport has also released a statement, confirming that emergency services were immediately called to the scene and that all passengers and crew members were safely evacuated. The airport has temporarily closed the runway where the incident occurred, and all flights have been diverted to other runways.
Impact on Future Flights
It is still unclear whether the incident will have any impact on future flights at Riga Airport or for Air Baltic. However, the closure of the runway where the incident occurred may cause some disruptions and delays for flights departing and arriving at the airport.
Air Baltic has not yet released any information regarding flight cancellations or delays, but passengers should monitor the airline’s website and social media channels for updates.
Conclusion
The incident involving the Air Baltic Airbus A220 going off the runway at Riga Airport is a concerning event, but thankfully there were no reported injuries. The cause of the incident is still under investigation, and both Air Baltic and Riga Airport are working to determine what happened.
Passengers traveling to or from Riga Airport should be aware of the potential for disruptions or delays, and should monitor the airport and airline’s channels for updates. We will continue to follow the story and provide updates as they become available.
