Overview
- A small plane’s nose gear broke on landing at Hamburg Airport, sending the aircraft onto the grass next to the runway.
- The airport suspended all flight operations as a safety step following the runway excursion.
- Authorities said the situation remains under review with no estimate yet for reopening.
- Two people, including the pilot, and at least two dogs were on board, and none were hurt.
- Standard procedure requires removing the aircraft and inspecting the runway before flights can restart, which can prolong delays.