An Indigo Airlines ATR 72 became disabled on the runway after landing as the aircraft both nose gear tyre blew during landing at Hubli Airport, India.
The ATR 72-600 registration VT-IYX was performing flight 6E-7979 from Kannur to Hubli India with 7 passengers and 4 crew.
During initial approach, the crew performed a last-minute go-around after touching down on the runway in Hubli Airport due to strong winds.
The aircraft entered a hold and performed a second approach and landed on runway 26 thirty minutes later with both nose gear tyre blown.
“IndiGo ATR operating 6e-7979 from Kannur to Hubballi reported tyre burst at Hubli upon arrival yesterday evening. All passengers and crew are safe. Aircraft is currently under maintenance checks at Hubbali.” - Indigo
The runway remained closed for 4 hours until the aircraft was moved.
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