In video: passengers must evacuate Avianca plane at Pereira airport

Civil Aeronautics reported that it is investigating an incident that occurred this Wednesday at the Matecaña Airport in Pereira. The event involves an aircraft that had to suspend its takeoff.

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According to a statement issued by Aerocivil, the investigation is being carried out by its Accident Investigation Technical Directorate.

Preliminary information indicates that it is an Avianca A320 type plane that began a flight between the capital of Risaralda and Bogotá. Due, apparently, to a failure in one of its engines, He had to postpone his takeoff on the runway.

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The entity clarified that the aircraft stopped safely and that All 164 passengers and four crew on board were evacuated and transferred to the airport terminal. In addition, it was indicated that no injuries were reported among the occupants.

“Aeronautical authorities continue to gather information to determine the causes of the incident. More details will be provided during the course of the investigation”Aeronautics highlighted.

In the same way, the entity thanked the collaboration and patience of the passengers and citizens and announced that will release new details with the progress of the investigations.

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Avianca informs

The airline reported that the flight that had to be suspended was AV9418, on the Pereira – Bogotá route. According to the company, a technical indication was presented at the time of takeoffso the crew made the decision to stop the flight and stay on the ground.

“Following the indicated safety protocols, the passengers and crew evacuated the plane and are in perfect condition,” he pointed out.

Avianca also announced that it is currently working so that passengers can resume their flight plans as soon as possible.

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