A Delta Airlines flight faced a serious incident at Orlando International Airport when its right engine caught fire, prompting an emergency evacuation of over 200 passengers and crew onboard.
**Delta Flight Evacuated Following Engine Blaze at Orlando Airport**
**Delta Flight Evacuated Following Engine Blaze at Orlando Airport**
Passengers evacuated a Delta flight after flames erupted from an engine while on the tarmac, with no injuries reported.
In a dramatic incident at Orlando International Airport, Delta flight 1213, which was preparing to depart for Atlanta, experienced an engine fire that required the immediate evacuation of passengers. Video footage shared on social media showcased flames and smoke billowing from the aircraft's right engine while evacuation procedures were executed using inflatable emergency slides.
The Airbus A330 was carrying 200 passengers along with 10 flight attendants and two pilots when the fire occurred. In response to the emergency, the airport's Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting team swiftly arrived on the scene. Fortunately, there have been no reports of injuries among passengers or crew members.
Delta Airlines issued a statement in which they expressed appreciation for the passengers' cooperation during the evacuation, emphasizing that safety remains their top priority. They committed to ensuring that affected passengers would reach their final destinations as efficiently as possible.
Meanwhile, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced an investigation into the cause of the fire. This incident marks an important reminder of the need for stringent safety measures within the aviation sector, particularly as travel activity ramps up in popular destinations like Florida, especially in tourist hotspots such as Orlando.
As investigations into the causes of the engine fire continue, all eyes will be on Delta Airlines as they navigate the aftermath of the evacuation and address customer concerns regarding safety protocols in air travel.
The Airbus A330 was carrying 200 passengers along with 10 flight attendants and two pilots when the fire occurred. In response to the emergency, the airport's Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting team swiftly arrived on the scene. Fortunately, there have been no reports of injuries among passengers or crew members.
Delta Airlines issued a statement in which they expressed appreciation for the passengers' cooperation during the evacuation, emphasizing that safety remains their top priority. They committed to ensuring that affected passengers would reach their final destinations as efficiently as possible.
Meanwhile, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced an investigation into the cause of the fire. This incident marks an important reminder of the need for stringent safety measures within the aviation sector, particularly as travel activity ramps up in popular destinations like Florida, especially in tourist hotspots such as Orlando.
As investigations into the causes of the engine fire continue, all eyes will be on Delta Airlines as they navigate the aftermath of the evacuation and address customer concerns regarding safety protocols in air travel.
