Delta Airlines Flight 1092 experienced a tense moment on Wednesday morning when it landed without its nose gear functioning properly. The incident occurred after the pilots received a “nose gear unsafe” notification during the flight from Atlanta to Charlotte. Despite the challenging circumstances, the skilled pilots successfully executed a safe landing at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) at 8:58 a.m. EDT.
On board the Boeing 717 aircraft were 96 passengers, three flight attendants, and two pilots. Following the landing, an evacuation procedure was initiated, and passengers disembarked, leaving their belongings behind. They were then transported to the terminal by bus. Delta Airlines expressed its gratitude for the crew’s professionalism and swift response in ensuring the safety and well-being of the passengers.
Delta Airlines CEO Ed Bastian took to social media to acknowledge the incident and express his appreciation for the crew’s actions. He emphasized that passenger safety is the airline’s top priority and assured them that the company’s teams were working diligently to facilitate their onward travel plans. Bastian also apologized for the inconvenience caused by the situation.
In response to the incident, Delta confirmed that a team of technical experts was investigating the issue. The airline’s flight safety teams were immediately dispatched to the aircraft to facilitate its removal from the runway. Delta Airlines is fully cooperating with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in their investigations into the incident.
Passengers aboard Flight 1092 shared their experiences on social media, recounting the smooth landing and praising the professionalism of the crew. Their accounts highlighted the calm and composed response of the pilots, which helped alleviate the tension during the landing.
As the investigation continued, the aircraft remained on CLT’s runway 36L. However, according to the CLT airport website, it was eventually removed from the runway at 7:09 p.m. EST on Wednesday.
Delta Airlines has a strong reputation for prioritizing passenger safety and providing comprehensive training to its crew members to handle such situations. The incident serves as a testament to the airline’s commitment to ensuring the well-being of its customers and the professionalism of its staff.
