Passengers escaped down emergency slides after a Tez Jet passenger plane's landing gear collapsed during take-off in Kyrgyzstan. Footage shows the aircraft tilted on its side as passengers screamed while evacuating.
Incident Details
The incident occurred on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at an undisclosed airport in Kyrgyzstan. The plane was attempting takeoff when the landing gear failed, causing the aircraft to lurch to one side. Emergency slides were deployed, allowing passengers to exit quickly. According to reports, no serious injuries were confirmed, but passengers were visibly panicked.
Response and Investigation
Local authorities and aviation officials have launched an investigation into the cause of the landing gear collapse. Tez Jet has not yet released an official statement. The aircraft involved is believed to be a regional jet, though the exact model has not been specified. The airport operations were temporarily suspended following the incident.
Passenger Accounts
Witnesses described chaotic scenes as passengers rushed to evacuate. One passenger reportedly said, "We heard a loud crack and then the plane tilted. Everyone started screaming and running for the exits." Emergency services were on site within minutes to assist.
