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United Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Engine Failure

8/4/2025

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On July 25, panic struck as United Airlines flight 108 issued a "Mayday" call following an engine failure shortly after departing from Washington Dulles. The Munich-bound Boeing 787, with 219 passengers and 11 crew, circled to release fuel before making a safe landing. Thankfully, everyone onboard emerged unscathed, while the aircraft underwent a thorough inspection.

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Story summary

On July 25, panic struck as United Airlines flight 108 issued a "Mayday" call following an engine failure shortly after departing from Washington Dulles. The Munich-bound Boeing 787, with 219 passengers and 11 crew, circled to release fuel before making a safe landing. Thankfully, everyone onboard emerged unscathed, while the aircraft underwent a thorough inspection.