US EditionDelta Flight Makes Emergency Landing at LAX After Engine Catches Fire
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, JUL 18 – Delta Flight 446 safely returned after left engine fire shortly after takeoff, carrying 226 passengers and 9 crew; FAA investigation underway into the incident's cause.
- On Friday, July 18, 2025, Delta Air Lines Flight 446 returned to LAX after its left engine caught fire shortly after takeoff, and the FAA confirmed a safe landing at 2:10 p.m.
- Experts warn that ageing aircraft are subject to increased scrutiny, and they say proactive maintenance and inspections are vital for older Boeing models, which have raised safety concerns.
- Video from the L.A. Flights YouTube channel shows flames erupting from the plane's left engine after takeoff, while FlightAware data indicates departure at 1:23 p.m. and landing back at LAX at 2:06 p.m., with nine crew members and 226 passengers onboard, according to Delta.
- Thankfully, no injuries were reported, Delta Airlines spokesperson said, and passengers were rebooked onto alternate flights.
- Going forward, the Federal Aviation Administration investigation will review safety protocols, maintenance records, and industry standards, highlighting ongoing concerns over aging aircraft. Industry observers say the incident underscores systemic challenges in maintaining older fleets globally.
58 Articles
58 Articles
Plane engine fire forces emergency landing in Los Angeles
A new video shows a Delta Air Lines flight being forced to make an emergency landing at the Los Angeles International Airport after experiencing an engine fire. In a Friday statement, the Federal Aviation Administration announced, “Delta Air Lines Flight 446 safely landed after returning to Los Angeles International Airport around 2:10 p.m. local time on Friday, July 18 due to a reported engine fire.” According to the Federal Aviation Administra…
Delta flight makes emergency landing at LAX after engine catches fire Friday
A Delta Air Lines flight made an emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport after one of its engines caught fire Friday, July 18. The Boeing 767-400 returned to LAX around 2:10 p.m. and landed safely with no injuries reported, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. Flames were visible from the plane in footage from LA Flights obtained by KTLA. A Delta flight made an emergency landing at the Los Angeles International Airpo…
'Superman' actor Frank Grillo's plane makes emergency landing after engine fire
The actor was one of 226 passengers on Delta flight 446 when it made an emergency landing.Steve Granitz/FilmMagic Frank Grillo at the 'Superman' premiere in Hollywood on July 7It's a bird! It's a plane! No, it's not Superman — it's Frank Grillo's plane landing safely at LAX.The Superman and Captain America: Civil War alum was among the 226 passengers who safely touched down at the Los Angeles airport on Friday afternoon, when Delta flight 446 wa…
Packed Boeing Passenger Plane Forced to Emergency Land at LAX After Engine Bursts into Flames
A terrifying incident was captured on video when a packed Delta Air Lines flight was forced to return to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) due to an apparent engine fire just moments after takeoff. The post Packed Boeing Passenger Plane Forced to Emergency Land at LAX After Engine Bursts into Flames appeared first on Slay News.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 45% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
