An Airbus A330, set to depart for Atlanta, was forced to evacuate over 200 individuals after flames erupted from one of its engines, prompting swift emergency response measures.
Delta Flight Emergency: Passengers Evacuate Amid Engine Fire at Orlando Airport
Delta Flight Emergency: Passengers Evacuate Amid Engine Fire at Orlando Airport
A dramatic evacuation unfolded at Orlando International Airport as passengers escaped a Delta flight due to an engine fire.
Passengers on Delta flight 1213 were successfully evacuated as flames were spotted from an engine while on the tarmac. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries.
Video footage revealed smoke and flames billowing from the aircraft as passengers exited via inflatable slides. Delta Airlines confirmed the incident in a statement, indicating that the flight, which included 10 flight attendants and two pilots, was preparing to leave Orlando, a city known as the home of Disneyworld. The airport's social media account reassured the public that Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting teams acted promptly, successfully ensuring passenger safety.
Onlookers captured scenes of bewildered passengers waiting on the tarmac alongside emergency vehicles that responded to the situation. "We appreciate our customers' cooperation and apologize for the experience," Delta stated, affirming its commitment to passenger safety. The airline assured that every effort would be made to arrange alternative transportation for affected travelers.
Meanwhile, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced an investigation into the fire incident, emphasizing the importance of aviation safety in the U.S. The incident adds to ongoing concerns around air travel safety amidst increasing passenger numbers.
Video footage revealed smoke and flames billowing from the aircraft as passengers exited via inflatable slides. Delta Airlines confirmed the incident in a statement, indicating that the flight, which included 10 flight attendants and two pilots, was preparing to leave Orlando, a city known as the home of Disneyworld. The airport's social media account reassured the public that Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting teams acted promptly, successfully ensuring passenger safety.
Onlookers captured scenes of bewildered passengers waiting on the tarmac alongside emergency vehicles that responded to the situation. "We appreciate our customers' cooperation and apologize for the experience," Delta stated, affirming its commitment to passenger safety. The airline assured that every effort would be made to arrange alternative transportation for affected travelers.
Meanwhile, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced an investigation into the fire incident, emphasizing the importance of aviation safety in the U.S. The incident adds to ongoing concerns around air travel safety amidst increasing passenger numbers.
