Charlotte, US – A Delta plane made an emergency landing today at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport without its front landing gear. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries resulting from the incident. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has stated that it will conduct an investigation to determine the cause of the malfunction.

Incident Details

The Boeing 717 aircraft, carrying 96 passengers, two pilots, and three flight attendants, departed from Atlanta at approximately 7:25 am local time. As the flight approached Charlotte, the pilots received a warning indicating an issue with the nose gear. Responding swiftly, the crew initiated a missed approach procedure to further evaluate the situation, according to Delta.

To assess the aircraft’s condition, air traffic control officials visually inspected the plane as it passed by the ATC tower in Charlotte. This examination revealed that while the nose landing gear doors were open, the actual nose gear remained in the up position, Delta reported on its website.

Smooth Landing, Praise for Crew

Passenger Chris Skotarczak, who was on board the flight, praised the crew’s professionalism during the landing. He stated that there was no chaos or panic among the passengers. Additionally, other passengers mentioned that there was applause once the plane safely touched down.

Despite being informed to brace for a rough landing, the passengers disembarked without incident. The airport’s Facebook post confirmed that no injuries were reported.

FAA Investigation Underway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has confirmed the incident and expressed its intention to investigate the landing without front landing gear. The agency aims to determine the root cause of the malfunction to prevent future occurrences and ensure the safety of airline operations.

Delta Airlines later issued a detailed statement, apologizing to its customers for the inconvenience and assuring them that their needs, including the retrieval of their luggage, would be addressed promptly. The airline emphasized the extensive training received by its flight crews to effectively manage various scenarios and ensure passenger safety.

As crews worked to remove the aircraft from the runway, the runway at Charlotte Douglas International Airport was temporarily closed. Authorities are now focused on safely reopening the runway for normal operations.

Disclaimer: This article is based on available information at the time of writing and may be subject to updates as more details emerge.

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