Philippines-Bound Kuwait Airways Plane Crashes Pre-Takeoff, No Injuries Reported
- Publish date: Monday، 10 November 2025 Reading time: 1 min read
Brake issue causes tarmac crash for flight bound to the Philippines
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A Kuwait Airways plane carrying 284 passengers bound for the Philippines crashed into a fence at Kuwait International Airport early Friday morning. Officials say the incident happened at 4:24 a.m. due to a problem with the plane’s braking system.
Kuwait Airways Boeing 777-369ER damaged after an incident on the ground at Kuwait International Airport.
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In a statement the airline reported that the aircraft 'encountered a technical malfunction in the braking system', while Flight KU417 was preparing to depart to Manila.
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Passengers Unharmed, Plane Damaged
Spokesman Abdullah Al Rajhi confirmed that all passengers and crew were safe. The aircraft’s fuselage was damaged, but no injuries were reported. Photos circulating online show the plane, reportedly a Boeing 777, leaning against a wire fence and post.
Flight Rescheduled, Safety Under Review
Passengers were moved to another plane, which departed at 12:20 p.m. Al Rajhi emphasized that the incident is being reviewed under strict international safety standards, highlighting that passenger safety remains the top priority for both Kuwait Airways and the Civil Aviation Authority.
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