😲 Shocking moment caught on camera: A British Airways flight lost a wheel during takeoff!
Passengers aboard Flight BA274, an Airbus A350-1000, got more than they bargained for as they left Las Vegas, bound for London. The plane’s right-rear wheel made an unexpected departure, tumbling down the runway at Harry Reid International Airport. Thankfully, an automated livestream captured the incident, which led to a prompt check by the cabin crew at cruising altitude.
Despite the wheel mishap, the crew gave the all-clear to continue the journey. The plane safely touched down at Heathrow with emergency services on standby, just in case. But breathe easy, they weren’t needed. Most large aircraft have multiple tyres, precisely for situations like this, to maintain safety during takeoff and landing.
The airline reported, “Safety and security underpins everything we do,” and confirmed they are cooperating with authorities as investigations continue. The aircraft is now out of service pending a review and repairs.
Such incidents are rare but not unheard of. In 2024, a United Airlines flight from San Francisco also had a wheel pop off after takeoff.
For aviation enthusiasts and concerned passengers alike, rest assured that airlines have robust systems and protocols in place to handle such extraordinary situations. Safe travels! ✈️🔧 #BritishAirways #AviationNews #TravelSafe