Boston airport scare: JetBlue flight lands on grass
JetBlue flight 312 landed on a grassy patch at Boston's Logan Airport after slipping off the runway — leaving passengers shaken and confused.
No injuries were reported, but the dramatic runway mishap prompted an immediate ground stop at the airport, halting all incoming flights.
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The Airbus A220, arriving from Chicago, drifted off course upon landing, triggering a rapid response from emergency crews.
Passengers were seen disembarking via mobile stairs deployed by first responders, as flashing lights and emergency vehicles surrounded the plane. The runway remained closed for hours, with investigators on site to determine what led to the unexpected runway excursion.
'JetBlue flight 312 from Chicago to Boston exited the runway and entered the grass after landing,' the airline said in a statement.
'We will conduct a full investigation and cooperate with authorities.'
The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed it has launched an inquiry into the incident.
This scare comes as the FAA faces mounting criticism over lapses in oversight. A recent AP-NORC poll shows declining public confidence in air travel safety — a concern likely to be amplified by Thursday's event.
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