Watch: Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787 Performs Fuel Jettison Over Munich After Tail Strike, Runway Overrun
Hanoi : A Vietnam Airlines flight from Munich Airport (MUC) to Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) (HAN) was departing on Saturday, August 15, when the tail of the Boeing 787-9 struck the ground at the end of the runway, causing significant damage to the aircraft, forcing it to turn around, perform fuel jettison and return to the departure airport. According to initial information, the aircraft…
On August 15, 2026, Vietnam Airlines Flight VN34, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, departed Munich Airport (MUC) en route to Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) (HAN). During takeoff, the aircraft's tail struck the runway, causing extensive damage and forcing the crew to abort the flight. The video footage of the fuel jettisoning process gained widespread attention on social media platforms.
The Boeing 787-9 experienced a late takeoff rotation, resulting in the tail striking the ground and debris being ejected into the air. Following the incident, the aircraft made two low approaches before successfully landing back at Munich Airport. Passengers were evacuated using slides, and the fire brigade responded to the scene.
Vietnam Airlines confirmed that the plane landed safely after a two-hour flight and that all crew members followed the required procedures. The airline is conducting an investigation into the incident with the assistance of Germany's Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation.
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