LUBBOCK, Texas (KOSA\/KCBD) – Lubbock Fire Rescue responded to the Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport after a plane was forced to make an emergency landing due to mechanical problems.<\/p>\n
According to the City of Midland, \u201cThe inbound plane had mechanical issues. Landed in Lubbock. A plane from Midland is headed to Lubbock to pick up the passengers.\u201d<\/p>\n
According to LFR, the aircraft experienced an engine failure along with oil pressure issues while in flight. The plane safely landed at the airport without any reported injuries.<\/p>\n
Officials say 36 people were on board at the time of the emergency.<\/p>\n
Emergency crews were on standby as the plane touched down.<\/p>\n
Arrangements are now being made to transport the passengers. A separate plane from Midland is en route to Lubbock to pick them up and continue their travel.<\/p>\n
No further details about the aircraft or airline have been released. The cause of the mechanical failure is expected to be investigated.<\/p>\n
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