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United Airlines Flight Returns Safely After Engine Failure

12/13/2025

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Story summary

United Airlines Flight 803 lost engine power after takeoff and returned to Washington Dulles International Airport, causing a brush fire.
The incident occurred around 12:20 p.m. Saturday, prompting fire crews to respond and United Airlines to reschedule flights.
The Boeing 777-200ER landed safely at 1:30 p.m. with 275 passengers and 15 crew members, and no injuries were reported.
The United Club lounge at Dulles was briefly closed to assist travelers.

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Story summary

United Airlines Flight 803 lost engine power after takeoff and returned to Washington Dulles International Airport, causing a brush fire.
The incident occurred around 12:20 p.m. Saturday, prompting fire crews to respond and United Airlines to reschedule flights.
The Boeing 777-200ER landed safely at 1:30 p.m. with 275 passengers and 15 crew members, and no injuries were reported.
The United Club lounge at Dulles was briefly closed to assist travelers.