Overview

• Delta Flight 876, a Boeing 717-200, experienced dense smoke in the cabin and cockpit shortly after takeoff from Atlanta on February 24, 2025.
• The smoke, described as so thick that visibility was limited to the first row of seats, prompted the pilots to don oxygen masks and declare an emergency landing.
• Flight attendants reported smoke entering through a front door and vents, while a low oil pressure alarm led the pilots to shut down the right engine during the return to the airport.
• Post-landing inspection revealed no visible oil in the right engine's reservoir, indicating a potential oil system failure, though the exact cause of the smoke remains under investigation.
• All 99 passengers and crew were evacuated safely, with two minor injuries reported; the NTSB's full report is expected next year to determine root causes and recommend safety measures.