Terrifying Video: United Jet’s Wheel Comes Off During Stormy Orlando Landing | WATCH

United Airlines confirmed the "mechanical issue" in a statement, noting that passengers were safely deplaned and bused to the terminal while crews worked to remove the aircraft.

"Our team is working to get the plane off the runway," the airline said, emphasizing that safety remains their top priority. The FAA has launched a probe into what caused the wheel to detach, with experts pointing to possible factors like the extreme crosswinds or excessive stress on the landing gear during the botched touchdown.

This isn't the first time United has dealt with wheel issues – similar incidents have occurred in the past, often linked to hard landings or manufacturing flaws – but aviation analysts say the stormy weather at MCO likely played a key role here.

Orlando, a major hub for tourists heading to Disney World and other attractions, sees heavy traffic, and the ground stop disrupted operations during a busy weekend.

The airport has returned to normal, but the FAA's investigation could lead to broader checks on Airbus A321neo fleets. United has not yet commented on potential causes or timeline for the probe's results. Passengers praised the crew's calm handling of the situation, with one telling local media it felt like "a rollercoaster, but we walked away fine."