United Airlines Flight Experiences Tyre Blowout After Landing at newark

Newark, NJ – January 19, 2026 – A United Airlines flight experienced a tire blowout on its nose gear shortly after landing on Runway 36L at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) earlier today.Passengers were temporarily disembarked onto the runway while the aircraft underwent inspection and maintenance.

Initial reports indicate the incident occurred during the landing roll. While the exact cause of the tire failure is currently under investigation,authorities have confirmed there were no injuries to passengers or crew. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been notified and is monitoring the situation. FAA Website

“The safety of our passengers and crew is our top priority,” stated a United Airlines spokesperson. “We are working diligently to determine the cause of this incident and to ensure the aircraft is returned to service safely.”

Passengers were reportedly kept on the aircraft for a period of time while airport personnel assessed the situation. Eventually, they were safely escorted from the plane onto the runway and then transported to the terminal via buses. Delays were experienced for subsequent flights utilizing Runway 36L as crews worked to remove the disabled aircraft and inspect the runway surface.

Newark Liberty International Airport officials confirmed the runway was temporarily closed but has sence reopened. Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for potential flight delays or cancellations. Newark Airport Website

This incident is reminiscent of other recent aviation events involving tire issues, prompting increased scrutiny of aircraft maintenance procedures and tire inspection protocols. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigations frequently enough focus on these areas following such occurrences.

United Airlines is cooperating fully with the FAA and NTSB investigations. Further updates will be provided as they become available.