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Private Jet Skids Off Las Vegas Runway, No Injuries Reported
WHY IT MATTERS
The event illustrates how quick pilot actions and emergency response can prevent a potentially catastrophic runway incident, reinforcing the importance of stringent safety protocols at airports.
What happened
During a departure at 11 a. m. Sunday, a private jet carrying singer‑actor Donnie Wahlberg and seven others skidded off runway 1L at Harry Reid International Airport.
The aircraft failed to lift off, ran out of the runway, and struck the airport’s perimeter fence. No injuries were reported. Wahlberg posted on social media thanking God, the pilots, and emergency responders for averting a serious disaster.
Airport officials closed runways 1R and 1L for inspection, then reopened them after confirming safety. Air traffic control recorded an “Aborting” call as emergency vehicles were dispatched to the scene. The incident underscores the critical role of pilot decision‑making and ground response in maintaining aviation safety.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Donnie Wahlberg praises God and pilots after plane skidded off runway at Las Vegas airport
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CORRECTIONS & UPDATES
- Revision 1 · Initial ingestion · Oct 19, 2026, 7:15 PM
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