Moment BA plane to London loses wheel after take-off in Vegas

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 28, 2026 at 05:00 PM

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A British Airways flight bound for London lost a wheel shortly after taking off from Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas on Monday. The right rear wheel detached from the Airbus A350-1000 and fell to the ground. The plane landed safely in London without further incident. The airport confirmed the incident, stating the tire was recovered, and no injuries or damage were reported. The National Safety Board has been notified and British Airways is cooperating with authorities in their investigation.

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