Philippine Airliner overshoots runway

Another incident where an aircraft overshot the runway occurred in Butuan City.

The Philippines Airline Airbus 320 was landing whilst on a flight from Manila to Butuan City when the aircraft overshot injuring several passengers and crew.

Both the pilot and co-pilot have hurt their necks but no serious injuries have been reported.

The aircraft was loaded with 148 passengers and crew. The airport has been closed until Saturday pending inspections.