UPS Plane Loses Control During Typhoon Landing: Engine Scrapes the Runway

During Typhoon Podul in Taiwan, a UPS cargo plane’s engine scraped the runway, sparking dramatically. No injuries were reported, but the extent of the aircraft’s damage is under investigation.

Published by Aero Haber

16 August 2025, 08:54 yayınlandı

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Dangerous Moments in Typhoon Podul: UPS Cargo Aircraft Sparks on Taiwan Runway

Taiwan witnessed a major aviation incident on 13 August during Typhoon Podul. A UPS cargo plane arriving from Hong Kong lost stability while landing due to strong crosswinds, causing its right engine to strike the runway and produce a shower of sparks. The dramatic moment was captured on camera.

Footage shows the aircraft swaying violently under the influence of the typhoon as it approached the runway. Initially, it appeared to make a safe landing on its landing gear, but within seconds, it lost balance and dragged its engine along the runway surface. The impact created bright sparks across the tarmac, offering a striking visual.

Authorities confirmed that no one was injured in the incident, though the extent of the damage to the aircraft has not yet been disclosed. Experts note that such events highlight the extreme risks pilots face when operating during powerful typhoons in East Asia.