Credited from: NEWSWEEK
A Delta Air Lines flight was evacuated on Monday after an engine caught fire while preparing for takeoff at Orlando International Airport. The incident occurred around 11:15 a.m. local time when Delta Flight 1213 was pushing back from the gate, leading to the evacuation of all aboard using emergency slides. There were 282 passengers, 10 flight attendants, and 2 pilots on board, with no reported injuries, according to Delta and the FAA...
according to BBC, CBS News, and Newsweek.Footage shared on social media showed thick smoke billowing from one of the engines and emergency responders at the scene. The Orlando Airport's Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting team quickly responded to extinguish the flames. Delta has expressed gratitude for the passengers' cooperation during the incident, emphasizing safety as a priority...
according to India Times, The Hill, and AA.The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated an investigation into the incident, while Delta has confirmed that maintenance teams will assess the aircraft for potential causes of the fire. This incident follows a series of safety concerns involving Delta flights in recent months, further emphasizing the airline's commitment to safety and procedural compliance...
according to India Times, Le Monde, and CBS News.