A Max Air Boeing 737-4D7 aircraft (5N-MBD) crash-landed last night after it experienced a burst tyre at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN).
The incident happened about 10:57 pm on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
The Max Air flight VM1605 from Lagos (LOS) was safely evacuated.
One of the passengers said the aeroplane received damage to the nose landing gear tyre during landing.
“Immediately after touchdown, the tyre burst and caught fire. The aircraft then skidded to a halt on the runway.”
Kano Station Manager of Max Air said all the passengers and crew members were safely evacuated. “I would like to apologize for the inconvenience caused and express my gratitude to God for the safety of everyone on board. Our primary concern is always the safety of our passengers and crew.”
See a clip from the scene here
