
20/07/2025
A Boeing 767’s engine caught fire just after takeoff—but thankfully, the pilots managed to land the plane safely. 🙏✈️
Imagine if things had gone wrong... The same pilots who became heroes today would’ve been blamed tomorrow. In aviation, one second you’re saving lives, the next you’re under fire. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the skill and pressure pilots handle every single day.
Modern planes like the Boeing 767 are built to fly with one engine. They are twin-engine jets, which means if one engine fails or catches fire, the other can still keep the aircraft flying.
The pilots follow strict emergency procedures:
They shut down the engine that's on fire using fire handles.
Then they activate the fire suppression system to try and extinguish the flames.
After that, they communicate with air traffic control and head back to the nearest airport for an emergency landing.
They also reduce weight (by dumping fuel if needed) to ensure a smooth and safe landing.
These actions are practiced regularly in flight simulators, so pilots know exactly what to do under pressure.
So in this case, the pilots stayed calm, followed protocol, and got everyone back on the ground safely. A true example of skill and training in action. ✈️👏