Houston, USA: In yet another aviation incident in the United States, United Airlines Flight 1382 caught fire before takeoff at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston on Sunday, February 2. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), an Airbus A319 carrying 104 passengers and 5 crew members was safely evacuated after the flight crew reported engine trouble at around 8:35 AM.

Incident Details

The fire broke out in one of the engines of United Airlines Flight 1382 just before takeoff.

The flight was scheduled to travel from Houston to New York’s LaGuardia Airport.

Video footage released by Houston Airport shows flames emerging from the aircraft’s wing.

A flight attendant was heard instructing passengers to remain calm and stay seated.

The Houston Fire Department confirmed that no one was injured, and no firefighting efforts were required.

The FAA has launched an investigation into the incident.


Flight Rescheduling

A replacement aircraft has been arranged, and passengers will now depart for New York at 12:30 PM. The incident highlights the importance of aviation safety and quick emergency response procedures.

Second Plane Incident in the US Within a Week

This marks the second major aviation accident in the US within a week.

1. Washington DC Military Helicopter Crash:

A military helicopter collided with an American Airlines plane over Washington DC, resulting in a fatal crash.

The helicopter had 4 personnel, all of whom lost their lives.

The plane carried 64 passengers, including 4 crew members, and suffered significant damage.

2. Light Aircraft Crash:

Just two days after the Washington incident, a small aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff.

The plane went down within 30 seconds of becoming airborne, resulting in 7 fatalities.




Aviation Safety Under Scrutiny

These back-to-back incidents have raised serious concerns over flight safety protocols in the US. With the FAA now investigating both cases, authorities are expected to review and enhance emergency response measures to prevent future tragedies.