Aircraft and Flight Details
• Operator: Karun Airlines
• Aircraft Model: Fokker 100
• Registration: EP-AWZ
• Flight Number: KRU-2681
• Route: Sirjan (Iran) to Tehran Mehrabad (Iran)
• Date: 20 January 2025
• Passengers and Crew: 101 passengers and 8 crew members
Incident Summary
Karun Airlines flight KRU-2681 from Sirjan to Tehran Mehrabad experienced a significant landing issue upon arrival at Tehran. During the touchdown on runway 29L, both left-hand main tyres burst, causing the aircraft to become immobilised on the runway. The incident prompted an immediate response from airport authorities and disrupted operations at Tehran Mehrabad Airport.
Sequence of Events
1. Approach and Landing:
• The Fokker 100 performed a routine approach to Tehran’s runway 29L.
• Upon landing, both left-hand main tyres burst, resulting in the aircraft becoming disabled on the runway.
2. Evacuation:
• The passengers disembarked safely via normal means, with no reported injuries among passengers or crew.
3. Runway Closure:
• Runway 29L was closed to allow for aircraft recovery operations.
• Air traffic was redirected to the airport’s parallel runway, ensuring continuity of operations during the disruption.
Initial Findings
Iran’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) reported that the incident is under investigation, with an initial focus on the left-hand landing gear. Key areas of analysis include:
• Tyre Condition: Assessing wear and tear or potential structural weakness prior to the incident.
• Runway Surface: Investigating for the presence of foreign object debris (FOD) or irregularities that may have contributed to the tyre failure.
• Braking Performance: Examining whether excessive braking or system anomalies played a role in the tyre damage.
Operational Impact
• Runway 29L Closure: The runway was temporarily closed, causing a shift in operations to the parallel runway, which handled redirected traffic.
• Aircraft Recovery: Ground crews worked to remove the disabled aircraft and ensure the runway was safe for resumption of operations.
Passenger Reaccommodation
Passengers were safely disembarked and directed to the terminal. Karun Airlines has confirmed all passengers and crew were unharmed.
Safety Investigation
The Iranian Civil Aviation Authority has launched an investigation to determine the root cause of the incident and recommend measures to prevent recurrence. The final report will provide detailed findings and potential operational adjustments.
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