At Bacha Khan International Airport in Peshawar, Pakistan, a Saudi Arabian Airlines flight from Riyadh, carrying 297 passengers, encountered a frightening moment when its landing was marred by a fire outbreak!

Thankfully, all occupants were swiftly evacuated using emergency slides, and there were no reported injuries, according to a statement from the airline. Currently, the aircraft is undergoing thorough technical assessment to ascertain the extent of the damage.

The fire originated in the landing gear

Reports from Pakistani media indicate that the fire originated in the landing gear during the aircraft’s touchdown at Peshawar Airport. Prompt response from air traffic controllers and emergency services ensured the safe evacuation of all 276 passengers and 21 crew members aboard.

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Firefighters acted swiftly to put out the fire!

Firefighting teams acted swiftly upon the aircraft’s landing, swiftly extinguishing the flames. Authorities at the airport, alongside aviation experts, have launched investigations to determine the precise cause of the incident and prevent future occurrences.