A Jet2 aircraft flying from the United Kingdom to Lanzarote was witnessed executing a sudden maneuver when the pilot decided to abort the landing just moments after making contact with the runway.
This event unfolded as Jet2 flight LS11DF from Birmingham reached Cesar Manrique-Lanzarote Airport in Spain, with video footage capturing the plane sharply ascending after nearly touching its tail to the ground.
The reason behind the pilot’s last-minute decision, known in aviation as a toga, was not immediately clear.
Approximately 15 minutes later, around 7:30 pm local time on Sunday, the plane successfully landed on its second attempt. The video released by Lanzarote Webcam showcased the event, describing it as a “nice touch and go-around with almost tail touch of Jet2 flight from Birmingham.”
Social media reactions included speculations about a potential tail strike due to excessive speed or a strong gust of wind affecting the aircraft’s landing. One user suggested that the pilot opted for the right call by executing a TOGA maneuver.
In a separate incident in March, footage emerged of a plane swerving due to intense winds just before landing at the same airport. The pilot of Binter flight NT556 also performed a toga maneuver to avert a potential disaster caused by strong winds reaching 55mph on the island.
Details regarding the number of passengers on the flight were not immediately available. Lanzarote Webcam also captured the spectacular landing and shared it on social media.
A spokesperson praised the pilots for their skills in resolving the incident without any damages, emphasizing the importance of their actions in ensuring a safe landing.
The Mirror has reached out to Jet2 for additional comments.