Singapore Airlines faced two rare double-tire failures on flight SQ114 from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur within just eight days, drawing aviation attention.
The first incident on June 13 involved Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft 9V-MBN, forcing a runway closure at Kuala Lumpur for nearly six hours.
On June 21, another 737 MAX 8, registered 9V-MBA, suffered a similar double-tire failure after landing on the exact same service route.
Both aircraft landed safely, all passengers and crew remained unharmed, and emergency response teams quickly secured the affected areas.
Investigators are examining maintenance records, runway conditions, weather influences, and operational factors to find any common cause.
The repeated events involved different aircraft, shifting focus away from a single jet and toward broader operational or environmental factors.
Despite the unusual incidents, Singapore Airlines maintains confidence in its 737 MAX 8 fleet as authorities continue detailed investigations.