Delta Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing at Charlotte Douglas International Airport Without Nose Gear, No Injuries Reported

On Wednesday morning, a Delta Airlines flight from Atlanta to Charlotte made an emergency landing at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The plane, carrying 96 passengers, three flight attendants and two pilots, landed safely without the use of nose gear.

Images taken by Chris Skotarczak, a passenger on the plane, show the plane on the tarmac and the nose touching the ground. Flight-tracking data indicated the plane circled a few times, and the airport said it is working to remove the faulty gear.

In a statement, Delta Airlines said, “While this is a rare occurrence, Delta flight crews train extensively to safely manage through many scenarios.” No injuries were reported during the incident.

The incident has sparked discussion on social media, with many praising the pilots for their skill in landing the plane safely. Delta Airlines has not yet released any further information on the cause of the malfunctioning gear.

The airport is currently working to remove the faulty gear and investigate the cause of the malfunction. In the meantime, Delta Airlines has assured passengers that their safety is their top priority.