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11/03/2026

Phuket International Airport explains the aircraft malfunction on the runway, confirms there are no injuries, and prioritizes safety.

On 11 March 2026, Phuket International Airport (HKT) reported that Air India Express Flight AXB938, operating on the route Hyderabad (HYD) – Phuket (HKT), experienced an aircraft malfunction on the runway after landing.

The aircraft, a Boeing 737-800, registration VT-BWQ, arrived at Phuket International Airport ahead of schedule. The scheduled arrival time was 11:40 hrs., while the aircraft landed at 11:24 hrs. On board were 7 crew members, 131 inbound passengers, and 2 infants.

Preliminary inspections indicated that the aircraft experienced a hard landing, which caused damage to the nose landing gear, preventing the aircraft from immediately vacating the runway. However, no injuries have been reported.

Following the incident, all passengers and crew were safely disembarked and transported to the passenger terminal, where airport and airline staff provided assistance and necessary facilitation.

Phuket International Airport subsequently issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) from 12:08 hrs. to 18:00 hrs. to temporarily close the runway. The airport has coordinated with relevant agencies to manage the situation and is strictly following established aviation safety procedures.

Passengers who may be affected are advised to contact their respective airlines directly to check flight status and travel details before arriving at the airport, to avoid any inconvenience.

25/10/2025

The Bureau of the Royal Household announced that Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, has passed away peacefully at Chulalongkorn Hospital in Bangkok at the age of 93.

According to the announcement, Her Majesty had been under medical care at Chulalongkorn Hospital since September 7, 2019, where doctors continuously monitored and treated various health conditions. During her stay, she experienced several periods of illness, and the medical team provided ongoing treatment.

On October 17, 2025, Her Majesty developed a bloodstream infection. Despite the best efforts of her medical team, her condition gradually deteriorated. She passed away peacefully at 9:21 p.m. on October 24, 2025, at Chulalongkorn Hospital - Thai Red Cross Society.

His Majesty the King has commanded that the royal funeral be held with the highest honors in accordance with royal tradition. The royal remains will be enshrined at the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall within the Grand Palace in Bangkok. Members of the Royal Family and officials of the Royal Court will observe a one-year mourning period, beginning from the date of Her Majesty’s passing.

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