By Youssef Yahya 
Saudi Airlines flight 792 arriving from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia experienced a landing gear fire upon landing at Peshawar’s Bacha Khan International Airport in Pakistan on Thursday. According to a statement from the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA), the air traffic controller spotted smoke and sparks emanating from the left landing gear and promptly alerted the pilot.
The air traffic controller immediately activated the airport’s emergency response plan, deploying fire and rescue services to the scene. Firefighters arrived swiftly and extinguished the flames, preventing a more serious incident. All 276 passengers and 21 crew members safely disembarked the aircraft using emergency slides.
Saudi Airlines confirmed the safe evacuation and announced a technical evaluation of the aircraft by specialists. This evaluation will include repairs, comprehensive inspections, and subsequent tests to guarantee the aircraft’s safe return to service.
Saudi Airlines flight 792 incident comes amidst ongoing international scrutiny of Pakistan’s aviation safety standards. However, the PCAA highlighted recent improvements, including a positive assessment by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) last year. The PCAA’s pursuit of certification from various countries, including the recent UAE approval for Islamabad and Karachi airports, further underscores their commitment to meeting international safety benchmarks.
Youssef Yahya is the CEO and Founder of Aviation for Aviators, a platform dedicated to the aviation industry. With over 3 years of experience as an aviation writer, Youssef is passionate about sharing his insights on aviation, entrepreneurship, and the broader business landscape. As a Teaching Assistant in Entrepreneurship at Nile University, he also nurtures the next generation of entrepreneurs. When he’s not exploring the skies or business ventures, you can find him saying, ‘Drag your coffee, and let’s talk aviation, entrepreneurship, and football.’
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