Plane engine shoots flames before takeoff from Lima, Peru
A flight from Lima, Peru, was canceled at the last second on Monday when flames started shooting from an engine. Kris Van Cleave reports on this and another plane mishap in Las Vegas.
On October 19, a LATAM Airlines Perú flight bound for Piura experienced an unforeseen technical event shortly before takeoff at Lima’s Jorge Chávez International Airport. The incident occurred around the aircraft’s left engine and wing area, with flames briefly spewing from the aircraft's left wing and tire. Airport firefighters swiftly extinguished the fire, and passengers were safely removed from the plane as a precautionary measure.
The cause of the fire remains undetermined. Initial footage suggested smoke emanating from the left wing prior to the flames igniting. A passenger reported that the pilot had announced takeoff and the engines were operational when the fire erupted. Later, the captain informed passengers that the takeoff had been canceled due to an issue with the left landing gear.
LATAM Airlines is providing assistance to affected travelers and arranging alternative flights. The aircraft will undergo a thorough technical inspection to ascertain the circumstances leading to the incident. Airport authorities confirmed that regular operations resumed following the event.
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