A Russian aircraft caught fire after landing at Antalya Airport: What is known so far?

A Russian aircraft caught fire after landing at Antalya Airport: What is known so far?

A Sukhoi Superjet 100 passenger plane operated by the Russian airline 'Azimut' caught fire after landing at Antalya Airport, reportedly due to a wind shear that caused a rough landing, according to the airline's representative.

Key details:

The fire alarm was raised at 21:34 Moscow time, and fire suppression began at 21:36. Evacuation was completed within seven minutes.

A total of 89 passengers and 6 crew members were evacuated, according to Turkey's Ministry of Transport.

Local authorities confirmed that all passengers and crew were safely evacuated by 21:43 Moscow time.

No fatalities or injuries have been reported, as confirmed by Russian aviation authorities and the Antalya Deputy Governor.

Antalya Airport has been closed to incoming flights until 03:00 Moscow time while the damaged aircraft is being towed off the runway.

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