A water truck overturned on the runway at Hat Yai Airport, prompting an announcement to close Runway 26 until 4:30 p.m. for clearing. Some flights were delayed, but no passengers were stranded.
On 17 Jun 2026 GMT+7, reporters noted that social media raised questions after Flightradar24 showed two inbound flights to Hat Yai Airport (HDY/VTSS) this afternoon being diverted to Krabi Airport (KBV) for unknown reasons.
Preliminary checks revealed the incident occurred during an emergency drill when the water truck lost control and overturned on the runway. Hat Yai Airport issued a NOTAM announcing the closure of Runway 26 from 1:55 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Flight status updates will be provided later.
Reporters added that the incident caused some flight delays, but no passengers were stranded. Further updates will be reported as they become available.