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Passengers 'terrified' as pilot slams brakes after mistaking taxiway for runway
- SAS flight SK2590 aborted takeoff at Brussels after mistaking a taxiway for a runway, stopping at 125 mph.
- The plane ended partly on a grassy patch with overheated brakes, and passengers were evacuated.
- No injuries were reported, and the flight was cancelled as an internal investigation begins.
- SAS said safety remains the absolute priority and an internal probe is underway with local authorities.
- The incident happened as heavy snowfall delayed operations at Brussels Airport.
- Initial reports describe the takeoff as a shocking miscommunication with air traffic control.
- The flight was scheduled from Brussels to Copenhagen when the incident occurred.
- Alt arrangements were made with alternative flights for the affected passengers.
- The aircraft involved was an Airbus A320neo carrying 165 people.
- Emergency services arrived quickly to assess the situation onsite.
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