Cargojet Boeing 767 Skids Off Vancouver Runway – Nose Gear Collapses, No Injuries
Runway Overrun Sparks Airport Drama
A Cargojet Airways Boeing 767-338ER cargo plane overran the runway on landing at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) earlier today. The mishap caused the aircraft’s nose gear to collapse. Emergency crews rushed to the scene, but luckily, no one was hurt.
The three-person crew safely exited the plane after the incident. Fire and Rescue teams from YVR were swiftly on hand to secure the area and protect everyone involved.
Weather and Operational Blame Under the Microscope
The cause of the runway overshoot is still under investigation. Early indications suggest weather conditions and operational factors will be closely examined. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is leading the probe, reviewing flight data, weather reports, and runway conditions at the time.
Airport Juggles Operations Amid Runway Closure
YVR confirmed the incident and reassured the public. A spokesperson said, “Our teams are on site assessing the situation. We are grateful no injuries were reported.”
The affected runway temporarily shut down to allow recovery and safety checks. Thankfully, other runways remain open, helping to keep passenger and cargo flights moving with minimal disruption. Travellers are urged to check with airlines for flight updates.
Cargojet Pledges Full Cooperation
Cargojet Airways, a major Canadian cargo carrier, released a statement: “We are cooperating fully with authorities to understand what occurred and to ensure all necessary steps are taken to prevent future incidents.”
The Aircraft Involved
The freighter is a Boeing 767-338ER, a medium to long-haul workhorse for Cargojet’s domestic and international routes.
