Expanding to close the runway at Mae Fah Luang Airport until 5 August after unsuccessful recovery
On August 3, reporters reported on the progress of Nok Air’s aircraft. skid off the runway On July 30, 65, although 164 passengers and 6 crew members were safe, no one was injured. But the condition of the machine, especially the head part, sank into the ground beside the runway of Mae Fah Luang Airport. As a result, Mae Fah Luang Airport has announced the closure of the runway and suspend service to all airlines for 3 days between 1-3 August until 22.00 hrs. Thai Airways International Public Company Limited, Nok Air’s team and related agencies has moved the aircraft out of the area
However, it was difficult to move the aircraft due to the continuous heavy rain in the area. Which officials have to work hard 24 hours a day by moving the hill to build a temporary road to support aircraft towing using crushed stone and use aircraft salvage mats including steel plates to support the weight of the aircraft Personally, the machine has used air cushions to lift the head that has sunk in the ground and use a truck towing. However, the operation was unsuccessful. As a result, Mae Fah Luang Airport has announced No. 6 extending the runway closing period for an additional 2 days until 22:00 on August 5, 2022.
by Air Chief Marshal Dr. Somchanok Thiamthienrat The director of Mae Fah Luang Airport, Chiang Rai, stated in the announcement that the progress of the aircraft movement inspection was interrupted on August 2, at around 12.00 noon. Has successfully towed the aircraft from the landing area and was able to tow the aircraft at a distance of about 6 meters, but the unexpected happened. The main landing gear on the left wheel collapsed. Initial investigation revealed that there was a large amount of underground water. due to heavy rain therefore causing soil subsidence
Recently, Air Chief Marshal Dr. Somchanok has ordered urgent correction. which from the assessment with the moving team Found that a lot of additional equipment was needed. Therefore, it takes time to travel to the airport. For the maximum benefit of passengers and airlines in managing their flights efficiently and effectively. Therefore, it is necessary to issue an announcement of the Airborne Operations Authority (NOTAM) extending the closing time of the runway until August 5, 2022 at 10:00 p.m. If it can be completed before the notification period for closing the runway, we will inform you immediately.