On February 3rd, 2024, Avion Express aircraft, operating charter flight from Milan to Vilnius (flight number NVD8242, BGY-VNO), slid off the landing runway after touchdown. An investigation is currently underway, both by Avion Express and by the authorities, which will reveal what may have caused the incident.
The most important thing is that all the 179 passengers and 6 crew members are safe and have not suffered any injuries during the incident. During the incident the passengers were calm and followed the instructions of crew members. We extend our heartfelt apologies and sincere support to everyone who was on board.
Further updates regarding the situation will be made available on our website, www.avionexpress.aero, and our official Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram accounts, @avionexpress.