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Sparks fly as video shows cargo plane go into tail skid during aborted landing attempt
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from KGNS — Sitewide
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
CINCINNATI ( WXIX /Gray News) - Sparks flew from a cargo plane during a rough attempted landing at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. Video shows a Kalitta Air cargo plane experiencing a “tail skid” during an attempted landing Sunday, according to the company’s Chief Operating Of...
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Key takeaway Video shows a Kalitta Air cargo plane experiencing a “tail skid” during an attempted landing Sunday, according to the company’s Chief Operating Officer Heath Nicholl.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The incident at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport has no direct connection to Laredo, but it does raise questions about the safety and maintenance of cargo planes that may pass through the Laredo area. As a major transportation hub, Laredo's proximity to international borders and trade routes means that cargo planes are a common sight in the region. While the Kalitta Air cargo plane in question was not flying through Laredo, the fact that it experienced a tail skid during a go-around maneuver is a reminder that even routine flights can pose risks. The removal of the aircraft from service for inspection and evaluation is a prudent step, and local residents may wonder what measures are in place to ensure the safety of cargo planes flying over or through Webb County. The incident may also prompt local officials to review their own emergency response plans in the event of a similar incident occurring in the Laredo area.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 1 min
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