Passenger Plane Splits into Three Parts Immediately After Landing in Istanbul, Turkey... 1 Dead

[Asia Economy Reporter Naju-seok] A Pegasus Airlines aircraft in Turkey skidded off the runway during landing, resulting in one death. The accident aircraft broke into three pieces and was severely damaged.

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On the 5th (local time), an aircraft landing through severe weather at Istanbul Sabiha G?k?en Airport in Turkey skidded off the runway and collided with the ground. The Turkish government reported that in addition to one fatality, 157 people were injured in the accident. The injured were transported to 18 nearby hospitals for treatment.

The aircraft was carrying 177 passengers and 5 crew members. A Turkish government official stated, "The accident aircraft skidded off the runway during landing and slid about 50 to 60 meters." According to the accident video, the landing aircraft failed to reduce speed and left the runway at high speed.

According to some videos, a fire broke out shortly after the accident, but firefighters quickly extinguished it to prevent further damage.

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All passengers evacuated immediately after the accident. Some passengers reportedly escaped without assistance from rescue teams.

On the day of the accident, Istanbul experienced strong winds accompanied by rain throughout the day. The Turkish government suspended aircraft takeoffs and landings at Sabiha G?k?en Airport immediately after the accident.

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