Croatia Airlines aircraft veers off runway in Split

On May 16, 2026, an Airbus A220-300 operated by Croatia Airlines veered off the runway at Split Airport in Croatia during an aborted takeoff. The flight was bound for Frankfurt, Germany, and was carrying 130 passengers and five crew members. According to flight data, the aircraft was traveling at speeds exceeding 240 km/h when the pilots initiated an emergency stop. All individuals on board were evacuated safely to the terminal with no injuries reported. Visual reports indicate the aircraft sustained damage to an engine after colliding with runway edge lights and a marker board. The airline stated that the crew acted in accordance with safety procedures, though the specific cause for the aborted takeoff remains under investigation. Technical inspections and official inquiries are currently ongoing to determine the circumstances of the incident.