In brief
All 176 on board evacuated safely; minor injuries reported amidst dramatic scenes.
On a busy Tuesday evening, an Air Busan aircraft was engulfed in flames at Gimhae International Airport in Busan, South Korea. The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m., shortly before the plane was due to depart for Hong Kong. According to fire officials cited by Yonhap news agency, the blaze originated at the aircraft's tail, prompting an emergency evacuation of the 169 passengers and seven crew members.Emergency responses were swift, as video footage from local media showcased fire engines surrounding the aircraft while smoke billowed from its fuselage and evacuation slides deployed. Fortunately, all individuals on board were evacuated successfully, though the Busan fire department confirmed that there were some minor injuries.This incident is ongoing, and updates will continue to unfold as more information becomes available.
