A United Airlines flight traveling from Houston to New York had to be evacuated in an emergency this Sunday after a malfunction was reported in one of its engines prior to takeoff.
According to information provided by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the incident occurred around 8:35 a.m. when United Airlines Flight 1382, an Airbus A319 with 104 passengers and 5 crew members, aborted takeoff from George Bush Intercontinental Airport due to a "engine failure".
Fire Department personnel from Houston were dispatched to the location, who informed X that they assisted in offloading the plane bound for LaGuardia Airport in New York.
Passengers were safely evacuated using slides and emergency stairs. No injuries were reported.
According to CNN, a video taken by a passenger showed smoke and flames coming from the plane's wing.
Additionally, you can hear a flight attendant in the video asking passengers to remain in their seats.
For its part, United reported that all passengers were taken to the terminal and rebooked on another flight scheduled for 12:30 p.m., according to information cited by the media.
The incident occurred during a tragic week for aviation in the United States. Last Wednesday night, a passenger plane that took off from Wichita, Kansas, crashed into the Potomac River after colliding with a military helicopter near Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington D.C.
The aircraft was carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, while the helicopter had three people on board.
Among the victims were well-known athletes, including the Russian world champions Evgenia Shishkova and Vadím Naumov, who were traveling with other skaters, coaches, and family members.
The U.S. Department of Defense confirmed that the helicopter involved was a Sikorsky H-60 "Black Hawk" participating in a routine night flight training exercise.
On Friday, a medical plane operated by Jet Rescue Air Ambulance crashed in a residential area of northeastern Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, resulting in the deaths of seven people.
On board the plane, a Learjet 55, there were six individuals of Mexican nationality, including four crew members, a pediatric patient, and their companion.
The plane crashed in front of a shopping center, causing a large fire that spread to several nearby houses. One person who was driving their car also died in the accident.
Frequently Asked Questions about the United Airlines flight evacuated due to engine failure
What happened with the United Airlines flight from Houston to New York?
The United Airlines flight from Houston to New York was evacuated in an emergency due to a failure in one of its engines before takeoff. The plane aborted its takeoff at George Bush Intercontinental Airport and the passengers were evacuated safely with no injuries reported.
How were the passengers of the United Airlines flight evacuated?
The passengers of the United Airlines flight were evacuated using slides and emergency stairs. No injuries were reported during the evacuation and all passengers were taken to the terminal to be rebooked on another flight.
What measures were taken after the incident with the United Airlines flight?
After the incident, passengers were taken back to the terminal and rebooked on another flight scheduled for later that same day. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will investigate the incident to determine the exact causes of the engine failure.
Are there any recent similar incidents in U.S. aviation?
Yes, in the same week, there were other notable incidents, such as the collision of a passenger plane with a military helicopter in Washington D.C. and an accident involving a medical plane in Philadelphia. These events have highlighted concerns about air safety and have led to additional precautionary measures by airlines and aviation authorities.
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