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JetBlue Plane Skids Off Runway and the Pilot's Announcement Changed Everything
What started as a routine flight from Chicago to Boston took a dramatic turn Thursday morning when a JetBlue plane skidded off the runway at Logan International Airport, and what the pilot said next left passengers stunned, WCVB Channel 5 Boston reported.
The flight, operated by an Airbus A220, had just landed when it veered off Runway 33L and rolled into the grass. Skid marks were visible across the tarmac, and the aircraft came to a stop just beyond the paved surface.
At first, many on board didn't realize anything was wrong until the pilot made a startling announcement: they had 'lost all steering.'
'It was very alarming,' one passenger told local media. 'We had no idea until we started sliding.'
Despite the mechanical failure, no one was injured. In fact, several passengers later said they wouldn't have known anything was off if not for the sudden shift and the pilot's calm but candid announcement. That steady response has since earned praise across social media and in the cabin itself.
'She was fabulous,' one passenger said. 'Everyone stayed calm. You could just feel she had control.'
Passengers exited the aircraft via portable stairs and were bussed to the terminal. The Massachusetts Port Authority confirmed the runway was closed for a full inspection, and a JetBlue spokesperson said the airline was conducting a full investigation while cooperating with federal FAA also confirmed it has opened an investigation into the incident. No official cause has been confirmed, though wind gusts of up to 36 mph were reported at the time and may have contributed to the loss of steering control.
JetBlue emphasized in a statement that 'safety is our top priority' and noted that events like this are rare but taken extremely seriously.
For those on board, it was a close call, and a reminder of how quickly a routine flight can turn into a story you'll never forget. Thanks to a composed flight crew and a pilot who kept her cool under pressure, what could have been a disaster ended with safe passengers, solid leadership, and one unforgettable announcement that changed Plane Skids Off Runway and the Pilot's Announcement Changed Everything first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 14, 2025
