Twin-engined plane lands safely after nose gear detaches during take-off
Published date: Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:57:33 +0700A twin-engined plane landed safely after its nose gear detached during take-off in Papua New Guinea.
Footage shows the TropicAir De Havilland Canada DHC-6-300 Twin Otter on the ground as emergency crews assess the aircraft on Thursday, January 22.
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Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea |
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22/01/2026 |
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ViralPress/Barra Pesada Bg1 |
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VRP175076 |
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Duration: 00:18 |
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Rating: News safe |
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