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Yemenia Captain lands plane safely in Amman after severe storm

Captain Basem Farid, a pilot for Yemenia Airways, successfully landed a flight traveling from Aden to Amman following severe weather conditions. During the approach to Queen Alia International Airport, the aircraft encountered intense atmospheric turbulence and a sudden snowstorm, which caused physical damage to the plane's structure due to high winds and hail.

Witnesses reported significant panic among passengers during the turbulence. Captain Farid managed the situation by communicating calmly over the intercom to reassure travelers that the situation was under control. The flight landed safely on the runway in Jordan without any injuries reported. The incident has drawn widespread praise on social media for the pilot's professionalism and crisis management skills.

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Aden International Airport · Amman · Basem Farid · Queen Alia International Airport · Yemenia Airways