An Embraer E170 operated by LOT Flight LO771 veered off the Vilnius runway at 13:43 on 26 November after landing from Warsaw, prompting emergency response.
Incident after Landing
An Embraer E170STD from LOT Flight LO771, bound from Warsaw to Vilnius, veered off the runway during taxi at 13:43 on 26 November. Emergency vehicles, including fire services, were dispatched immediately. The aircraft was located on the northern side of the airport, surrounded by technical vehicles.
Passengers and Crew
The flight carried 63 passengers and four crew members, totaling 67 occupants. No injuries were reported. Passengers collected their luggage and left the aircraft under normal procedures without evacuation.
Runway Conditions and NOTAM
Vilnius Airport reported wet, heavy snow on the runway surface. A NOTAM had warned that the runway was covered with wet snow, according to a PLL LOT spokesperson. The exact cause of the excursion remains unknown as operations and technical teams investigate.
Runway Closure and Flight Disruptions
The runway was temporarily closed until 18:00. Aircraft heading to Vilnius were redirected to alternative airports. Airlines await the resumption of operations. The runway is expected to be cleared by 16:00, after which a detailed investigation will begin. The return flight from Vilnius was canceled, and subsequent flights may be altered.
Investigation Status
PLL LOT noted that the precise cause of the runway excursion is not yet known. Operational and technical services are actively working to determine the factors involved. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
