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Cedar News
2 hours ago
- Automotive
- Cedar News
United Airlines Flight UA108 Returns to Dulles Airport After Engine Failure
United Airlines Flight UA108 Returns to Dulles Airport After Engine Failure In a concerning midair incident, United Airlines Flight UA108 was forced to return to Washington Dulles International Airport shortly after takeoff due to an engine failure on Tuesday. The flight, which was headed to Munich, Germany, departed from Runway 30 at Dulles and was climbing through approximately 5,900 feet when the left engine of the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (registration N27901) reportedly malfunctioned. The flight crew immediately declared an emergency and coordinated with air traffic control to initiate a safe return to the airport. Quick Emergency Response Ensures Passenger Safety Passengers onboard Flight UA108 experienced noticeable vibrations and unusual engine noise during the climb. Thanks to quick and professional action from the flight crew, the aircraft circled back and landed safely at Dulles approximately 20 minutes after departure. There were no reported injuries among the passengers or crew. Emergency services were on standby at the airport as a precaution. Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner Under Investigation The aircraft involved, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with tail number N27901, will undergo a thorough inspection by United Airlines maintenance teams. The airline is also cooperating with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to determine the cause of the engine malfunction. Flight Rebooking and Passenger Support United Airlines issued a statement confirming the incident and apologizing for the disruption. Passengers were offered rebooking options and accommodations as needed. 'Safety is always our top priority,' the statement read. While engine malfunctions are rare, this event adds to a growing list of recent in-flight mechanical issues globally. Aviation experts emphasize that modern aircraft like the 787 Dreamliner are designed to operate safely on a single engine, and emergency protocols are rigorously followed.
Metro
2 hours ago
- General
- Metro
Boeing 787 Dreamliner narrowly avoided crash after engine failure
A Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash nearly crashed just moments after taking off because of an engine failure. The United Airlines plane took off from Washington Dulles Airport bound for Munich on Friday but was forced to turn around just minutes into the flight. A 'Mayday' was declared by the crew at around 5,000 feet after a malfunction was reported in the aircraft's left engine. The crew on the plane were directed by air traffic control to a holding pattern northwest of Washington so that they could dump fuel. They asked the pilots: 'How long do you expect to hold, fuel, or just get set up there?' The pilot responded: 'We'll have to climb six [thousand feet] and adjust fuel.' The Dreamliner remained at around 6,000 feet for several minutes while it dumped the fuel. The pilot told air traffic control: 'We're dumping fuel at six thousand. We'll let you know when complete.' Luckily, the crew managed to land the plane safely back at Dulles Airport, and no injuries were reported, and all passengers disembarked safely. Because of engine failure, the plane had to be towed off the runway by the ground crew. Flight data shows that the aircraft's left engine failed while it was climbing after it departed. The aircraft is still grounded at the airport while engineers inspect the engine and the damage. Aviation authorities, including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), are expected to investigate the incident. A United Airlines spokesperson told Metro: 'United flight 108 to Munich returned to Washington Dulles shortly after takeoff to address a mechanical issue. 'The plane landed safely, and all passengers deplaned normally at the gate. 'The flight was subsequently cancelled and we arranged alternate travel arrangements to take customers to their destination as soon as possible.' Boeing has been approached for comment. The safety model of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner is currently under scrutiny because of the Air India crash last month. That incident involved both engines failing shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad airport. More Trending The tragic crash killed more than 260 people and the circumstances around it are still under investigation. Other problems with Boeing 787s have been reported this year, including an Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787 en route from Addis Ababa to Mumbai. It experienced a mid-air depressurisation event, prompting an emergency descent. Oxygen masks were deployed, and seven passengers needed medical attention when they landed in Mumbai. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Wizz Air launches 5 new Spanish routes from the UK – but not everyone is happy MORE: One of the world's highest volcanos erupts after 8.8-magnitude quake MORE: New York City skyscraper shooting victims identified: Everything we know
Daily Mail
2 hours ago
- General
- Daily Mail
United plane forced to land minutes after takeoff over engine failure
A transatlantic United Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner was forced to return to the airport just moments after taking off after suffering a mid-air engine failure . Flight UA108, carrying 219 passengers and 11 crew members, departed Washington Dulles Airport at 5:40 p.m. on Friday, July 25, bound for Munich in Germany . But as the jet climbed through 5,000 feet, the left engine failed, prompting the pilots to declare a 'MAYDAY' and alert air traffic controllers. What followed was nearly three hours of tense aerial maneuvering. The crew entered a holding pattern northwest of Dulles, circling at 6,000 feet while dumping fuel to reduce the aircraft's landing weight. Throughout the emergency, the pilots worked closely with air traffic control to maintain safe separation from other aircraft and prepare for the return. Once the fuel dump was complete, the plane was cleared to land using an Instrument Landing System approach to Runway 19 Center. In a statement to the Independent , United Airlines confirmed the emergency, saying the aircraft returned to Dulles 'to address a mechanical issue.' A spokesperson added: 'The flight was subsequently cancelled, and we arranged alternate travel arrangements to take customers to their destination as soon as possible.' The airline declined to provide further details about the engine malfunction or confirm whether an investigation is underway. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority also confirmed the emergency landing, noting that the aircraft was met by fire and rescue crews and towed to a gate for inspection.
Daily Mail
3 hours ago
- General
- Daily Mail
United Boeing 787 Dreamliner forced to land minutes after taking due to ENGINE FAILURE
A transatlantic United Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner was forced to return to the airport just moments after taking off after suffering a mid-air engine failure. Flight UA108, carrying 219 passengers and 11 crew members, departed Washington Dulles Airport at 5:40 p.m. on Friday, July 25, bound for Munich in Germany. But as the jet climbed through 5,000 feet, the left engine failed, prompting the pilots to declare a 'MAYDAY' and alert air traffic controllers. What followed was nearly three hours of tense aerial maneuvering. The crew entered a holding pattern northwest of Dulles, circling at 6,000 feet while dumping fuel to reduce the aircraft's landing weight. Throughout the emergency, the pilots worked closely with air traffic control to maintain safe separation from other aircraft and prepare for the return. Once the fuel dump was complete, the plane was cleared to land using an Instrument Landing System approach to Runway 19 Center. The touchdown was smooth - but with one engine disabled, the Dreamliner was unable to taxi and had to be towed from the runway. All passengers and crew deplaned safely at the gate without injury. In a statement to the Independent, United Airlines confirmed the emergency, saying the aircraft returned to Dulles 'to address a mechanical issue.' A spokesperson added: 'The flight was subsequently cancelled, and we arranged alternate travel arrangements to take customers to their destination as soon as possible.' The airline declined to provide further details about the engine malfunction or confirm whether an investigation is underway. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority also confirmed the emergency landing, noting that the aircraft was met by fire and rescue crews and towed to a gate for inspection. 'There was no disruption to other flights,' a spokesperson said. Although no injuries were reported, the aircraft remains grounded at Dulles as technicians continue to assess the damage.
Economic Times
4 hours ago
- Business
- Economic Times
IndiGo expands Mumbai-Amsterdam and Manchester routes. Check flight schedules
PTI IndiGo has opened bookings for increased flight frequencies on its recently launched long-haul routes connecting Mumbai with Amsterdam and Manchester. 'Encouraged by the outstanding response' to these services, IndiGo will operate six flights per week between Mumbai and Amsterdam starting September 20, 2025, increasing to daily service from October 13, 2025. Additionally, Mumbai-Manchester connectivity will be enhanced to four flights weekly from September 22, 2025. Bookings are available on the IndiGo website and mobile app. The airline launched operations to Manchester and Amsterdam on July 1 and 2, respectively, using its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft taken on damp-lease from Norse Atlantic Airways. IndiGo looks forward to receiving five additional Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft in the current financial year, the first of which is expected to arrive by mid-September, enabling the airline to bolster its service on these routes. ALSO READ: IndiGo announces discount on flights to Thailand The airline's CEO Pieter Elbers had said its long-haul foray marks a pivotal moment in its global expansion journey. "We are very proud as well as excited to open the sale of our first long-haul service connecting Mumbai with Manchester, a very special route in many ways."Generally, long haul flights have a duration of at least nine a fleet of over 400 planes, IndiGo currently operates more than 2,200 daily flights connecting over 90 domestic and 40 international destinations. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates)
