This Sunday, 14 May, a fireworks balloon landed against an Azul Brazilian Airlines Airbus A320 that was parked at Rio de Janeiro’s second major airport, Santos Dumont Airport. Firefighter services rushed towards the incident site to avoid further damage. While extinguishing the inflamed balloon, some firecrackers exploded, as seen in a video clip that appeared on social media (see below).
Firework balloons, known as “balão,” are popular in some regions of Brazil, particularly during the June Festivals (Festas Juninas). They are typically released into the sky with firecrackers attached.
It’s worth noting that the use of firework balloons can be controversial due to safety and environmental concerns. Some countries have implemented regulations or banned their use to prevent accidents and protect the environment.
Tudo normal nos aeroportos do Brasil #SDU pic.twitter.com/Fk21sdsrs3
— Aeronauta na Labuta (@EPICSKY11) May 14, 2023
Un globo con fuegos artificiales cayó este domingo sobre un avión en el Aeropuerto Santos Dumont de Rio de Janeiro y luego se incendió.
Crédito al autor de vídeo. pic.twitter.com/QJXnG4mgVq
— Aviación al Día (@aviacion_al_dia) May 15, 2023
Though , no damages reported, a large fireworks balloon landed on the fuselage of an Azul Brazilian Airlines Airbus A320 aircraft , parked at Santos Dumont Airport (VCP), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 14 May.
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— FL360aero (@fl360aero) May 15, 2023
