A collision between a large passenger plane and a Japanese coast guard aircraft occurred at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, resulting in a fiery crash that killed five crew members on the coast guard plane, Associated Press reports.
The Airbus A350, operated by Japan Airlines, caught fire but all 379 passengers and crew evacuated safely. Passengers described a chaotic scene with smoke filling the cabin, but all managed to exit using emergency chutes. Some injuries were reported among passengers.
Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the collision, with potential professional negligence being considered. The coast guard aircraft was preparing to deliver aid to an area affected by a recent earthquake. Despite the tragedy, the evacuation procedures were praised for their effectiveness.
