Incident Overview
On a takeoff roll from runway 34 at Jeddah-King Abdulaziz Airport, air traffic control informed the flight crew of a fire on the left main landing gear. In response, the captain initiated a rejected takeoff and successfully brought the aircraft to a stop within the remaining runway distance.
Emergency Evacuation
Following the aircraft's stop, all 273 occupants on board evacuated safely. No injuries were reported.
Aircraft Damage
As a result of the incident, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it beyond economical repair.
Official Investigation Findings
The investigation determined that both tires on the left main gear burst during the takeoff roll. The resulting debris punctured a fuel tank in the left wing, and other debris was ingested by the left engine.