A Ryanair flight preparing to takeoff from Brindisi, Italy, was swiftly evacuated after one of its engines caught fire at the start of its takeoff roll. Over 180 passengers made it safely off the plane and the airport was temporarily closed as emergency responders dealt with the situation. Ryanair engine catches fire during takeoff Ryanair flight FR8826 from Brindisi (BDS) to Turin (TRN) initiated its early-morning takeoff roll when flames began emanating from the aircraft's right engine.
Ryanair crew made the quick decision to abort takeoff and alerted authorities before initiating emergency procedures. According to a Ryanair spokesperson, cabin crew " observed fumes on the outside of the aircraft " and alerted the flight crew. Passengers captured images of the engine showing significant flaming from the engine - emergency slides were deployed and all 184 passengers and crew evacuated the aircraft safely, with no reported injuries.
A spokesperson for Brindisi Airport commented, "Aeroporti di Puglia announces that due to a problem with a departing aircraft, it was necessary to close the Salento Airport in Brindisi. The problem, which occurred when the aircraft was already aligned at the head for take-off, required the evacuation of passengers via emergency slides." The plane—a Boeing 737-800 (registration: 9H-QCB)—was met by emergency services within minutes and the engine was doused in flame retardant.
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