# Aviation incidents at Munich Airport involving Vietnam and|L > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/vietnam-airlines-boeing-787-incident-at-munich-airport > Updated: 2026-08-19T18:14:15.000Z. Sources: 123. Developments: 3. On August 15, 2026, a Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 operating flight VN34 from Munich to Hanoi experienced a technical incident during takeoff at Munich Airport. The aircraft overran the south runway, resulting in a tail strike and damage to runway lighting and infrastructure. After circling Bavaria for approximately two hours to dump fuel, the aircraft returned to land on the north runway, where it suffered shredded tires and required a tow. All 287 people on board were reported safe and uninjured. A preliminary report from the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) indicates that the aircraft failed to accelerate for approximately two seconds midway down the runway. The German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation (BFU) has taken over the investigation, securing flight data and voice recorders. The BFU is also investigating a separate incident on the same runway involving a Lufthansa Airbus A380 that landed short of the threshold on August 18, damaging the approach lighting system. All 351 passengers on the Lufthansa flight were safe. In response to the Vietnam Airlines incident, Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc has ordered a comprehensive investigation. He has tasked the Ministry of Construction to lead the inquiry in coordination with the Ministry of Finance and German authorities, following international aviation accident investigation protocols. The Ministry of Public Security will assist in verifying information to ensure aviation security. Authorities have been directed to conduct a thorough review of aircraft maintenance, technical inspection processes, and crew training to prevent future occurrences and uphold passenger rights. ## Claims - No injuries were reported in either the Vietnam Airlines or the Lufthansa incidents. (corroborated by 27 sources) - The German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation (BFU) has launched investigations into both incidents. (corroborated by 25 sources) - A Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 overran the runway during takeoff on Saturday. (corroborated by 16 sources) - A Lufthansa Airbus A380 landed short of the runway threshold at Munich Airport, damaging the approach lighting. (corroborated by 16 sources) - Warnings indicated a possible tailstrike and unusual tire pressure. (corroborated by 12 sources) - Several tires burst or lost pressure during the Vietnam Airlines aircraft's emergency landing in Munich. (corroborated by 10 sources) - The Vietnam Airlines crew decided to return to Munich for a technical inspection after receiving warning signals. (corroborated by 9 sources) - The Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 experienced a loss of acceleration for approximately two seconds during its takeoff roll. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The government instructed CAAV and Vietnam Airlines to cooperate urgently with German authorities on the investigation. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The government ordered increased oversight of aviation safety procedures, personnel training, and aircraft maintenance. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Smoke was visible rising from the landing gear during the aircraft's return to Munich. (corroborated by 4 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-19: Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 suffers tailstrike during Munich takeoff Vietnam Airlines flight VN34 experienced a tailstrike during takeoff at Munich Airport. Vietnamese authorities have ordered a full investigation into the cause and technical procedures. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-airlines-flight-incident-in-munich-triggers-official-investigation ### 2026-08-18: Munich Airport: Two major aviation incidents on same runway Two aviation incidents occurred at Munich Airport within days: a Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787 overran the runway during takeoff, and a Lufthansa Airbus A380 landed short of the threshold, damaging runway lights. 48 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-airlines-boeing-787-9-incident-at-munich-airport ### 2026-08-15: Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787 overruns runway at Munich Airport A Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787 overran the runway during takeoff at Munich Airport, resulting in a tail strike and tire damage. All 287 people on board were safe after the aircraft returned to land. 90 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-airlines-boeing-787-returns-to-munich-after-takeoff-incident --- Cite as: Aviation incidents at Munich Airport involving Vietnam and|L. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/vietnam-airlines-boeing-787-incident-at-munich-airport