On February 5, an SAS Airbus A320neo reportedly attempted to take off from a taxiway instead of the designated runway. The crew recognized the error during the takeoff roll and executed a high-speed rejected takeoff, preventing a potential incident.
Simple Flying, which reports on aviation news and developments for both enthusiasts and professionals, shared details of the event. The platform features contributions from aviation journalists and experts and is part of the Valnet Publishing Group. According to its official website, Simple Flying provides daily updates, in-depth guides, airline reviews, and analysis aimed at a global audience interested in aviation matters. The site covers topics such as airlines, aircraft, and industry trends through expert insights and newsletters for readers worldwide (https://simpleflying.com/).
“Wow – talk about a close call! On February 5th, an SAS Airbus A320neo, registration reportedly attempted to takeoff from a taxiway, which it thought was a runway. Thankfully, the crew realized their mistake in time and performed a high-speed rejected takeoff.”
The incident highlights ongoing safety challenges in aviation operations. No injuries or damage were reported.
