Halifax (Bureau): A Porter Airlines Embraer E195 aircraft experienced a runway excursion while landing at Halifax Stanfield International Airport, prompting an immediate response from airport emergency crews. The jet came to rest off the paved surface of the runway, leading to temporary operational disruptions as authorities secured the area and assessed the situation.
Airport officials confirmed that all passengers and crew were safely evacuated from the aircraft, and no serious injuries were reported. Emergency services remained on site as precautionary measures, while airport operations were briefly affected during the response.
An investigation is expected to determine the factors that contributed to the incident involving the Embraer E195 aircraft. Officials have not yet released further details on weather conditions or possible mechanical issues at the time of landing.
