On June 17, 2026, Delta Air Lines Flight 1966, arriving from San Juan, Puerto Rico, experienced flat tires on approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The aircraft, carrying 170 passengers, prompted a significant emergency response from the Fire Department of New York (FDNY), which deployed over 140 personnel to the scene.
The FDNY confirmed that the response was precautionary due to reports of landing gear trouble. The plane landed safely, and no injuries were reported among passengers or crew. The incident occurred at approximately 10:30 a.m. local time.
Delta Air Lines stated that the flight landed without incident and that passengers were deplaned normally. The cause of the flat tires is under investigation by the airline and relevant authorities. JFK operations were temporarily affected but resumed shortly after.
