Red Air Flight 203 from the Dominican Republic of Saint Dominic landed at around 5:30 p.m. when the landing gear on the nose of the plane collapsed, Miami International Airport officials said. The plane was carrying 126 people and three were taken to hospital with minor injuries, officials said. The video viewer shows a Red Air plane burning at Miami International Airport on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. The plane caught fire but was quickly extinguished, officials said. Footage from the spot showed the plane being drenched in fire in its abdomen by firefighters. Photos and videos posted on social media showed passengers walking down the aisle. The #RedAir MD80 just caught fire after landing at MIA Airport All passengers appear to be safe as they get off the plane – Don Efra (@efravision) June 21, 2022 Some flights were delayed due to the fire, MIA officials said. Travelers were encouraged to contact their airlines for the latest flight information. Passengers were transported by bus from the plane to the terminal. No other information was immediately released. Check back with NBC 6 for updates.
