Dublin, Ireland – Dublin Airport found itself in the midst of a tense situation on Sunday afternoon when a private plane, preparing for takeoff, suddenly emitted billows of smoke from its cockpit. The incident prompted an immediate declaration of a full state of emergency at the airport.
Emergency rescue teams swiftly moved into action, rushing towards the troubled aircraft to ensure the safety of all on board. Fortunately, Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) has reported that there were no injuries in the incident, and all passengers and crew were successfully evacuated from the plane.
During the emergency response, all airport operations, including take-offs, were temporarily shifted to the north runway to ensure the safety and security of all travelers and personnel.
The quick response of the airport’s emergency services played a pivotal role in averting a potential disaster, and investigations are underway to determine the cause of the smoke in the cockpit.