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Air Canada Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Engine Catches Fire

The Boeing 777, carrying 389 passengers, safely returned to Toronto shortly after takeoff due to a compressor stall

Overview

  • The right engine of the plane began emitting flames minutes after departure.
  • Pilots declared a 'PAN-PAN' distress signal and managed a safe return.
  • No injuries were reported among passengers or crew.
  • Fire crews inspected the aircraft upon landing, and it taxied to the gate on its own.
  • Passengers were rebooked on another flight later that evening.