Plane Slides Off Runway At Detroit City Airport, No Injuries Reported
DETROIT (CBS Detroit) -- City officials say no injuries were reported after a private jet slid off the runway at Detroit City Airport.
According to a report from The Detroit News, firefighters were called to the airport at about 1 p.m. Friday. Airport officials say the twin engine jet was attempting to land when the pilot was advised that the runway was slippery.
The pilot proceeded to land and slid off the runway. Officials say the aircraft hit airport instrument landing system equipment causing some damage.
Officials say the pilot, as well as two dogs, were on board and were not injured.
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#BREAKING A jet has slid off of runway 33 st City Airport. Tower is requesting assistance from Detroit Fire. E-20/E-41/E-46/L-31/SQ-3/CH-6/Senior Chief 203 on scene. No injuries reported. #AircraftDown pic.twitter.com/xp0SVFhBPw
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