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[Video] Boeing 747-400 Dreamlifter loses tire during take-off

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On 11 October, a Boeing 747-4H6(LCF) Dreamlifter (registered N718BA and operated by Atlas Air) departed Taranto-Grottaglie Airport, Italy carrying Dreamliner components towards Charleston Airport, United States.

During take-off, however, the aircraft lost a tire of the main landing gear. At moment of writing, flight 5Y4231 continues flying towards Charleston Airport.

The following footage appeared on social media:

https://twitter.com/BoardingPassRO/status/1579858165407305728