Sequence & Resolution
Event Date02/27/2026
Level
Accident
CategoryTail Strike
Flight PhaseLanding
Technical Issue Details
•The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (JA873A) experienced a tail strike during landing at Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
•The incident occurred on flight NH114 departing from Tokyo Haneda (HND).
Outcome / Handling
•The aft fuselage of the aircraft contacted the runway surface of runway 26L during touchdown.
•The aircraft rolled out safely and taxied to the apron without further incident.
Current Status
•No injuries were reported among the 197 passengers and 12 crew members on board.
•The aircraft remained grounded in Houston for structural repairs and technical inspections.
•The return flight to Tokyo was cancelled.
Flight Information
Flight NumberNH114
Flight Duration710 minutes
Landing Runway26L (IAH)