United UA2746 is declaring an emergency after departure from Orlando
Key Points:
- United Airlines Flight UA2746, a Boeing 737-900ER, declared an in-flight emergency about 30 minutes after departing Orlando International Airport en route to Washington, D.C.
- The flight crew set the transponder to code 7700, signaling a general emergency, and leveled off at 22,000 feet instead of continuing their climb.
- Reports indicate the emergency involves an engine issue, prompting the crew to divert the flight to Jacksonville for an emergency landing.
- The situation is ongoing, with updates expected as more information becomes available.