04 May 2019 | 03:56 AM UTC
US: Commercial jet slides off runway at Jacksonville naval airport May 3
A commercial jet landing at Naval Air Station Jacksonville (Florida) slides off the runway on the evening of May 3; no injuries reported
Event
A commercial jet slid into the Saint Johns River in Jacksonville (Florida) at approximately 21:40 (local time) of Friday, May 3, while attempting to land at Naval Air Station Jacksonville. According to police officials, all passengers have been accounted for and no serious injuries have been reported. Emergency personnel have been deployed and are assisting in evacuating the plane. An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Advice
Potentially impacted travelers are advised to monitor the situation and anticipate possible flight disruptions.
