A major accident was narrowly avoided at Mumbai Airport when a SpiceJet Bombardier aircraft experienced a serious technical malfunction during take-off. The incident occurred as the flight was preparing to depart for Kandla, when one of its wheels detached from the aircraft.
The pilot reacted swiftly, aborting the take-off and ensuring the aircraft was brought safely back to the runway. Following the incident, a full emergency was declared at the airport as per standard safety protocols.
Airport authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported, and all passengers and crew members were safe. The malfunction is now under investigation by aviation authorities to determine the cause of the wheel detachment.
This incident once again highlights the importance of stringent maintenance checks and rapid pilot response in averting potential aviation disasters.
