Airlink has confirmed that its flight, SA8739, was involved in a landing incident at OR Tambo International Airport at 21h20 last night (November 10).
The aircraft, an Avro RJ85, with 73 passengers and four crew on-board, landed safely with its nose-wheel retracted. No injuries were reported.
The flight departed OR Tambo International Airport at 19h10 and was expected to land at Pietermaritzburg at 19h40. The aircraft experienced problems with its nose-wheel shortly after take-off. In accordance with procedure, the crew turned back to OR Tambo International and burned off fuel before landing.
“The well-being of our passengers and crew are our foremost consideration. We have mobilised counsellors to provide support to the passengers and crew and we are arranging accommodation for them. We will also provide alternative travel arrangements for the passengers,” explained Rodger Foster, Airlink CEO & Managing Director.
Airlink has alerted the Civil Aviation Authority and will provide any support and assistance that the investigators require.
Further updates will be issued as information becomes available.
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