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Runway closed at Japan’s Narita Airport after black smoke is seen near aircraft engine
Japan
First seen: Aug 20, 2026, 5:16 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 20, 2026, 5:16 AM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
Black smoke was seen near an aircraft engine at Japan’s Narita Airport, leading to a runway closure. The supplied headline provides no further details about injuries, damage or the duration of the closure.
SO WHAT?
The runway closure may disrupt airport operations and affect travelers, though the wider scale is not yet clear.
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