Emergency at Bishkek Airport captured on video

Emergency at Bishkek Airport captured on video Still from the video

Tengrinews.kz — A TezJet passenger aircraft was involved in an incident at Manas International Airport in Bishkek. The aircraft tilted onto its side, citing the Kaktus.media.

Eyewitnesses reported the incident, and the information was later confirmed by Manas International Airport OJSC.

According to the news outlet, it was initially reported that the plane had arrived in Bishkek from Jalal-Abad. However, eyewitness accounts suggest the aircraft was preparing for a flight from Bishkek to Osh and tipped over during takeoff.

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Following the incident, passengers were evacuated via emergency slides. Preliminary reports indicate that no one was seriously injured, though some passengers reportedly sustained minor injuries and scratches.

The publication also released footage from the scene, which shows the aircraft tilted onto its side on the airport grounds after landing.

According to Manas Airport officials, the incident was caused by a malfunction with the aircraft's nose gear. The plane remained on the runway following the accident.

Airport operations were temporarily restricted as a result of the incident. As of 4:35 p.m. local time, all flights had been suspended.

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