A Delta Air Lines flight arriving at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport on Tuesday triggered a large-scale response from the New York City Fire Department after early reports raised concerns about possible landing gear issues.
Delta Flight 1966, an Airbus A321neo flying in from San Juan, had 170 passengers on board, along with two pilots and four flight attendants.
At about 4:45 p.m. local time, emergency officials received a report of an incoming plane with “two flat front tires,” according to FDNY officials who spoke with News Agency.
A Delta Air Lines flight touched down safely Tuesday after concerns emerged over the plane’s landing gear. (WNYW)
In response, the FDNY issued what it described as a “normal stand by second alarm,” sending 46 units and 141 fire and EMS personnel to the airport in case the situation escalated.
Delta later told News Agency that only one tire showed “some damage,” explaining that it did not burst but instead experienced tread wear.
Delta Air Lines said the emergency response was “far more precautionary than needed.” (Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images, File)
The airline noted the situation ended up being “far more precautionary than needed.”
After an assessment by the maintenance team, the aircraft was deemed suitable to continue, avoiding a taxiway tire replacement.
Delta confirmed there were 170 customers on board the aircraft, along with six crew members. (Aaron E. Martinez/The Austin American-Statesman via Getty Images, File)
The flight was given clearance to taxi normally to the gate under its own power.
FDNY officials said the plane safely reached the gate with no injuries reported, and the scene was declared under control by 5:06 p.m.
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