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BA Flight Crash Lands At Heathrow
17th January 2008 A BA flight has crash landed short of the runway at Heathrow Airport.Passengers escaped down the emergency chutes after British Airways flight BA38 from Beijing came down.
Six ambulances were sent to the scene and three people were treated at the scene for minor injuries.
According to airport operator, BAA, the airport's southern runway is currently closed, but the northern runway is still in operation.
British Airways has issued a helpline for anybody concerned about family and friends: 0800 389 4193.
Passengers are advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport.
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