Ho Chi Minh City, May 9 – A Vietjet Air flight (VJ1149) traveling from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City encountered a technical incident during landing at Tan Son Nhat International Airport on the evening of May 7, authorities confirmed today. All passengers and crew members are safe, with no injuries reported.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) announced on May 9 that it has requested a full report from Vietjet and dispatched an investigation team to determine the cause of the incident.
According to initial findings, the aircraft faced strong crosswinds and adverse weather conditions, including heavy rain and thunderstorms, during its descent. Air traffic controllers observed that the plane landed under challenging circumstances. Post-flight inspections by technicians revealed damage to the aircraft’s landing gear, including tire cracks and grass debris, along with impacts to runway lighting equipment.
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Despite the sudden wind shifts, the flight crew responded promptly and in accordance with safety protocols, successfully landing the aircraft and safely disembarking all passengers.
Vietjet released an official statement today, confirming that the landing was executed according to procedure under the guidance of the experienced flight crew. The airline emphasized that the aircraft was promptly inspected and normal airport operations were not disrupted.
The carrier is cooperating with aviation authorities to identify the root cause of the incident and ensure continued adherence to safety standards.
This incident highlights the critical importance of pilot training and preparedness in responding to unpredictable weather conditions during flight operations. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
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Source: Vietnam Insider