No injuries reported as emergency response teams promptly address the situation.
Delta Airlines Flight Evacuated Due to Engine Fire at Orlando Airport
Delta Airlines Flight Evacuated Due to Engine Fire at Orlando Airport
Passengers safely escape an Airbus A330 after flames erupt from the engine on the tarmac.
An intense situation unfolded at Orlando International Airport when Delta flight 1213 was forced to evacuate after one of its engines caught fire. The aircraft, which was about to take off for Atlanta with over 200 passengers onboard, was seen engulfed in smoke and flames as crews swiftly activated the emergency protocols.
Social media captured the alarming moment, showing passengers using inflatable emergency slides to exit the Airbus A330 safely. Fortunately, all aboard the flight, which included 200 passengers, 10 flight attendants, and two pilots, escaped without any reported injuries.
In response to the incident, Delta expressed its gratitude towards passengers for their cooperation, emphasizing that safety remains their top priority. “Nothing is more important than safety and Delta teams will work to get our customers to their final destinations as soon as possible,” the airline stated.
The airport confirmed through a social media post that the Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting teams were quick to act on the scene, minimizing potential risks. Video footage from nearby terminals depicted passengers waiting on the runway as emergency vehicles surrounded the aircraft.
The Federal Aviation Administration has announced that it will be launching an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. The quick evacuation and response demonstrate the effectiveness of safety protocols in place for air travel.
Social media captured the alarming moment, showing passengers using inflatable emergency slides to exit the Airbus A330 safely. Fortunately, all aboard the flight, which included 200 passengers, 10 flight attendants, and two pilots, escaped without any reported injuries.
In response to the incident, Delta expressed its gratitude towards passengers for their cooperation, emphasizing that safety remains their top priority. “Nothing is more important than safety and Delta teams will work to get our customers to their final destinations as soon as possible,” the airline stated.
The airport confirmed through a social media post that the Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting teams were quick to act on the scene, minimizing potential risks. Video footage from nearby terminals depicted passengers waiting on the runway as emergency vehicles surrounded the aircraft.
The Federal Aviation Administration has announced that it will be launching an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. The quick evacuation and response demonstrate the effectiveness of safety protocols in place for air travel.
