TAOYUAN- EVA Air (BR) Boeing 777 cargo plane faced extreme challenges during Typhoon Podul on August 13, 2025. The incident at Taipei Taoyuan Airport (TPE) involved a rough landing with reverse thrust deploying mid-air.
This incident highlighted the dangers of stormy conditions, as the aircraft bounced after an early touchdown and experienced unusual thrust activation. Pilots battled strong winds, raising questions about approach stability.
Photo: By Alec Wilson from Khon Kaen, Thailand – B-16707, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=34591922EVA Air 777 Cargo Rough Landing
Typhoon Podul disrupted operations at Taipei Taoyuan Airport (TPE), creating turbulent conditions for incoming flights.
An EVA Air (BR) Boeing 777 freighter encountered severe crosswinds, touching down prematurely on the runway. The plane then lifted off briefly, during which reverse thrusters activated unexpectedly.
This caused a hard bounce upon re-contact with the ground. Video footage captured the sequence, showing the aircraft’s struggle against the storm.
Speculation surrounds the specific flight involved. Some sources suggest it was BR6062 from Hanoi (HAN), arriving at 3:42 PM, operated by a 7-year-old plane with registration B-16782.
Others point to BR609 from Los Angeles (LAX), landing at 3:06 PM on registration B-16781. Evidence leans toward the Los Angeles flight, as it performed two go-arounds before the third attempt succeeded. Footage of one prior go-around revealed similar wind battles.
According to OMAAT, the deployment of reverse thrust while airborne defies standard procedures, as no scenario calls for such action in flight. Systems may have auto-deployed after initial touchdown, ignoring the brief lift-off.
Found this on an Asian account without much details: description mentioned an EVA Air jet caught by Typhoon Podul during landing in Taipei, two weeks aog. Can anyone confirm this? pic.twitter.com/H1RZ1Ql72B
— Air Safety #OTD by Francisco Cunha (@OnDisasters) August 24, 2025
Safety Concerns
A Boeing 777 pilot analyzed the footage and questioned the decision to continue the approach. The unstable conditions warranted a go-around, yet pilots pressed on.
If this was the third attempt after an ultra-long haul from Los Angeles (LAX), fatigue and “get there itis”, the urge to land despite risks, likely played roles. Nearing minimum fuel levels after two failed tries could have forced a diversion otherwise.
Remarkably, the aircraft sustained no structural damage. It returned to service without extended downtime, indicating robust design resilience.
Photo: Ian Abbott | FlickrRelated Storm Incidents at the Airport
The same day saw another dramatic landing at Taipei Taoyuan Airport (TPE). A UPS Boeing 747-8 from Hong Kong (HKG) scraped its right engine on the runway, sparking flames.
This flight, 5X61, grounded the plane for weeks due to repairs. Both events underscore Typhoon Podul’s impact on aviation safety.
Operations resumed as the weather improved, but these cases emphasize the need for strict adherence to go-around protocols in adverse conditions.
Bottom Line
The EVA Air Cargo (BR) Boeing 777 Freighter’s rough landing during Typhoon Podul at Taipei Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) was both rare and concerning.
The unusual mid-air deployment of reverse thrust underscored the severity of the situation, though the aircraft avoided lasting damage.
The event, coupled with other storm-related incidents, highlights the dangers of flying in extreme weather and the critical importance of stable approaches.
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