A United Airlines flight from Houston to New York had to be evacuated due to flames emerging from one of its engines shortly before departure. The crew received an alert and halted the takeoff at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. All 104 passengers were evacuated immediately and safely onto the runway using slides and stairs. United Airlines reported no injuries. Meanwhile, the F.A.A. is investigating the incident amid concerns about aviation safety, which have been heightened by recent events, including a fatal collision between a passenger flight and an Army helicopter.
A United Airlines flight was evacuated due to flames from an engine just before departure, but all passengers exited safely with no injuries.
Passengers from Flight 1382 were able to evacuate safely using slides and stairs before being bused to the terminal.
United Airlines stated that the crew halted the takeoff after detecting an issue with the engine, which led to the successful evacuation.
The F.A.A. is investigating the incident, which occurred while their primary alert system was down, showcasing broader safety concerns in aviation.
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