United Airlines Flight 2091's Engine Fire Sparks Emergency at O'Hare Airport
May 28, 2024United Airlines Flight 2091 experienced an engine fire on the taxiway at Chicago O'Hare International Airport on May 27, 2024.
The Airbus A320, bound for Seattle, was quickly towed back to the gate.
All 148 passengers were efficiently transferred to a replacement flight to minimize delays.
Emergency services were on standby, and incoming flights at O'Hare were briefly suspended as a safety precaution.
No injuries were reported, and the incident did not cause major disruptions to travel operations.
The FAA is investigating the engine fire that led to the aborted takeoff.
United Airlines is working diligently to arrange alternative travel options for affected passengers.
Summary based on 14 sources
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AP News • May 27, 2024
Nobody hurt after plane's engine catches fire at Chicago O'Hare airportWGN-TV • May 28, 2024
Takeoff aborted after United Airlines flight reportedly catches fire at O’HareKRON4 • May 27, 2024
Nobody hurt after plane’s engine catches fire at Chicago O’Hare airport