"Two people were injured after a fire broke out on board a United Airlines flight, forcing the plane to make an emergency landing. United Flight 32 was headed from Japan to the Philippines when flames erupted in the aircraft's cargo hold just 50 minutes into the trip. The plane carrying 142 passengers and crew was still over Japan when its pilots turned back and landed at Kansai airport near Osaka around 6am ET."
"United Flight 32 was met on the runway by emergency crews and fire trucks, although there was no visible damage to the outside of the aircraft. Two women on board reportedly suffered minor injuries in the emergency. The Daily Mail has reached out to United Airlines for comment and is awaiting a response. This is a developing story. More updates to follow."
United Flight 32 departed Japan for the Philippines with 142 passengers and crew on board. Approximately 50 minutes into the flight, flames erupted in the aircraft's cargo hold, prompting the pilots to turn back. The aircraft landed at Kansai Airport near Osaka around 6am ET and was met on the runway by emergency crews and fire trucks. There was no visible damage to the outside of the plane. Two women on board reportedly sustained minor injuries during the incident. United Airlines has been contacted for comment and a response is pending. The situation remains under development with further updates expected.
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