A Vilnius airport incident occurred today as a plane veered off the runway, involving passengers from LOT Polish Airlines. The event transpired at 1:43 pm local time following the plane’s arrival from Warsaw, prompting the temporary closure of the runway until 5 pm. Emergency services, including a fire engine, were on-site to assist as passengers safely disembarked. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and passengers remained calm throughout the ordeal, commending the airline staff for their organized response.

Witnesses described the experience akin to a car skid, with one passenger comparing it to a controlled stop. Another passenger, a basketball coach onboard, mentioned the snowy conditions on the runway and how the plane slid off during a turn due to reduced speed. Although there was a moment of concern, the situation was quickly under control, and the aircraft did not overturn.

While the exact cause of the incident has not been confirmed by the airport authorities, speculations point towards heavy snow as a contributing factor. Weather forecasts predict ongoing snowfall in the area, potentially impacting operations in the coming days.