NEWARK, N.J. (1010 WINS/AP) — Flights have resumed at Newark Liberty Airport after authorities say a plane blew tires while landing, sending it skidding on the runway before coming to a halt.
United Airlines said Flight 627 from Denver was landing at 1 p.m. Saturday with 166 passengers when the tires blew.
The FAA said the plane skidded off the pavement and its landing gear became stuck in a grassy area, but United spokesman Robert Einhorn said the plane remained on the runway.
The airline said some passengers with minor injuries refused medical attention and no one was seriously injured.
The airport reported resuming flights shortly before 3 p.m. but said to expect delays.
It later reported operating in "limited capacity" after the National Transportation Safety Board said the plane shouldn't be moved until investigators arrived.
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