The Japan Self-Defense Forces F-15DJ Eagle fighter jet lost a front wheel at about 1:20 p.m. on January 30, shortly before a planned takeoff.
That was reported by www.japantimes.co.jp.
The fighter was unable to take off after its front-wheel tire became detached before it was due to depart together with three other fighters at around 1:20 p.m., according to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and the airport operator.
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The Eagle stuck on the south part of the runway, and the sole runway was closed for 2 hours. No injuries were reported. Many commercial flights were affected by this accident.
The Japanese Air Self-Defense Force operates over 150 F-15 fighter jets which are manufactured by the Mitsubishi heavy industries.
