Wednesday night, a small aircraft experienced a hard landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, prompting an immediate response from local emergency crews. The incident occurred near 24th Street and Interstate 10 on the airport’s southwest side at approximately 7 p.m., according to AZFamily.

Firefighters arrived on scene and found the plane on its belly. All five occupants told responders they were okay, and no injuries were reported. Video captured from the site shows the aircraft resting on its underside, but no visible damage to the airframe is evident.

Airport officials confirmed that the south runway where the aircraft came to rest is closed while the plane is being moved. However, they emphasized that the closure is not expected to cause any flight delays for passengers traveling through the hub.

Phoenix Fire Department did not provide details about what led to the hard landing, and investigators have not released further information at this time.

Authorities are continuing to assess the situation and will reopen the runway once the aircraft has been safely cleared. Residents and travelers are advised to stay tuned for any updates from airport management.

What’s next: The south runway will remain closed until the plane is removed, after which normal operations are expected to resume. Travelers should monitor Phoenix Sky Harbor announcements for any changes to flight schedules or gate assignments.

Sources: azfamily.com, azfamily.com