Incident Overview
Continental Airlines Flight 354 encountered a hydraulic system failure during flight. The crew noted a loss of the left hydraulic system and a subsequent decrease in hydraulic quantity from the right system. Anticipating a potential loss of both hydraulic systems, the flight crew shut down both hydraulic pumps and declared an emergency.
Emergency Landing
The aircraft diverted to Newark International Airport in New Jersey for an emergency landing. The approach and touchdown were uneventful. However, as the aircraft decelerated, at approximately 80 knots groundspeed, the left main landing gear tires failed.
Post-Landing Events
Following the tire failure, the aircraft began to veer to the left. The crew maintained control as the airplane came to a stop approximately 30 feet left of the runway centerline. Emergency services responded, and the aircraft was subsequently towed from the runway.