PHUKET — An aircraft operated by Air India Express made a hard landing at Phuket International Airport on Wednesday, damaging its nose landing gear and prompting a temporary runway closure.

Police from Sakhu Police Station and officers from the Tourist Police Bureau stationed at the airport were alerted to the incident involving Flight IX938, which was travelling from Hyderabad, India, to Phuket.

Authorities said the aircraft experienced a problem while landing, with the nose landing gear breaking and the plane sliding along the runway.

The flight was carrying 133 passengers. Emergency response teams and airport authorities rushed to the scene to secure the area and ensure the safety of those on board.

At about 11:55, airport officials confirmed the aircraft had made a hard landing, resulting in damage to the front landing gear. All passengers were safely evacuated from the plane and taken to a passenger waiting area.

No injuries were reported.

Airport authorities temporarily closed the runway to clear the aircraft and conduct safety inspections, which may affect some flight operations.

Passengers or members of the public seeking further information can contact the airport information centre operated by Airports of Thailand at 0-7635-1111, officials said.