A Russian aircraft caught fire after landing at Antalya Airport: What is known so far

A Russian aircraft caught fire after landing at Antalya Airport: What is known so far? A Sukhoi Superjet 100 passenger plane operated by the Russian airline ’Azimut’ caught fire after landing at Antalya Airport, reportedly due to a wind shear that caused a rough landing, according to the airline’s representative. Key details: The fire alarm was raised at 21:34 Moscow time, and fire suppression began at 21:36. Evacuation was completed within seven minutes. A total of 89 passengers and 6 crew members were evacuated, according to Turkey’s Ministry of Transport. Local authorities confirmed that all passengers and crew were safely evacuated by 21:43 Moscow time. No fatalities or injuries have been reported, as confirmed by Russian aviation authorities and the Antalya Deputy Governor. Antalya Airport has been closed to incoming flights until 03:00 Moscow time while the damaged aircraft is being towed off the runway. More than 20 flights were redirected to airports in Izmir, Dalaman, ... Source: Geopolitics Live
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