A Delta Air Lines flight arriving at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport prompted a significant emergency response from the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) due to initial concerns about landing gear trouble. The Airbus A321neo, Delta Flight 1966, traveled from San Juan with 170 passengers, two pilots, and four flight attendants.
Local authorities received a report at 4:45 p.m. about an inbound aircraft with ‘two flat front tires,’ according to FDNY officials. This led to an immediate ‘normal stand by second alarm,’ deploying 46 units and 141 fire and EMS personnel to prepare for a potential emergency.
Delta Air Lines clarified the situation, noting that there was ‘some damage’ to one tire due to tread wear, not a blowout. They emphasized that the emergency response was ‘far more precautionary than needed.’
After the maintenance team assessed the aircraft, it was determined suitable to continue, avoiding the need for a taxiway tire replacement. Delta confirmed the presence of 170 passengers and six crew members onboard.
The flight was able to taxi normally to the gate under its own power. FDNY officials declared the situation under control by 5:06 p.m., with the plane reaching the gate safely and no injuries reported.
Alexandra Koch, a Fox News Digital journalist, covers breaking news events that influence national discussions. Her experience includes coverage of significant incidents such as L.A. wildfires, Potomac and Hudson River aviation disasters, Boulder terror attack, and Texas Hill Country floods.
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