Overview
- An EasyJet flight on approach to Paris-Orly executed a standard go-around Sunday, which is a safe climb-out to abandon a landing, after the pilot saw smoke and bursts near the runway.
- The aircraft landed without incident on another runway after controllers suspended use of the affected strip for about 90 minutes.
- Investigators secured a witness phone video that reportedly shows a wedding convoy firing mortar-style fireworks close to the runway threshold.
- Authorities have not identified those responsible, and EasyJet said the jet was never hit and passenger safety was not at risk.
- Fireworks near airports require advance authorization in many countries, and unpermitted displays can bring steep fines, with coverage citing a €10,000 penalty example.