American Airlines flight veers off runway at NMIA

American Airlines flight 850 from Miami to Kingston veered off the runway at Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA) amid heavy rain on Thursday night. 

The aeroplane landed about 9:35 p.m., which was 1 hour 46 minutes later than it had been initially scheduled to arrive. The late arrival was reportedly due to delays at Miami International Airport.

The incident reportedly left the aircraft with damage to its engines, landing lights and other components. The extent of any injuries to passengers remains unclear at this time.

Richard Pandohie, a passenger on the flight, recounted the experience on social media platform X. He described the flight as "rough, even scary", but expressed gratitude for the safe landing.

"Thankful that we landed safely despite significant damage to the plane.. the AA flight crew was calm and professional ...life has a way of reminding us that every day is a blessing," Pandohie wrote.

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