Delta 737 Engine Fails Taking Off From Savannah, Ignites Grass Fire as 179 Passengers Return
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Key Points:
- Delta Flight 1067, a Boeing 737-900 with 179 passengers and 6 crew, experienced a left engine failure during takeoff from Savannah to Atlanta, causing a grass fire near the airport upon return.
- Passengers reported hearing a loud boom and seeing sparks immediately after takeoff, leading to fear on board; the flight returned safely about 27 minutes later and passengers were delayed on the plane for about an hour after landing.
- The airport’s fire department confirmed the engine failure sparked the fire, which spread due to 59 mph winds but did not affect runways; emergency response caused delays for other flights.
- Delta Air Lines emphasized customer and crew safety, confirming the safe landing and normal deplaning,
