Light aircraft crashes on landing, no one injured

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A light aircraft type TECNAM T2002 with registration 9HSEP was involved in a minor accident today at 14:49, a spokesperson for the Malta International Airport has confirmed.

According to the spokeswoman, the incident led to the aircraft’s nosegear collapsing upon landing on Runway 23-05.

“The pilot was the only person on board and no injuries were reported. The relevant aviation authorities are investigating accordingly,” MIA told MaltaToday.

Witnesses said that members of the Civil Protection Department were called on site.