A Porter Airlines flight, designated PD478, safely landed at John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport but subsequently lost traction and slid off the taxiway during taxiing. This incident occurred on Wednesday and involved 78 passengers and crew members, all of whom were unharmed. Officials indicated that the plane's nose wheel had slightly left the paved surface, causing the airline to proactively manage the situation by temporarily closing the runways to ensure safety.

As a precautionary measure, the airport's decision to close the runways resulted in the diversion of two incoming Porter flights from Cancun and Calgary to Toronto Pearson International Airport. The airport spokesperson stated that normal operations resumed shortly after the incident was addressed. The affected aircraft will undergo standard inspections before it is returned to service, highlighting the airline’s commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Notably, this incident marks the second occurrence of a Porter flight sliding off a taxiway, raising concerns about operational conditions during adverse weather. The timely response from the airport and airlines involved is crucial in maintaining passenger safety and minimizing disruption to flight schedules, while the focus remains on investigating the circumstances leading to these incidents.