Fire drama at Newark Airport: cargo plane in flames upon takeoff!

Fire drama at Newark Airport: cargo plane in flames upon takeoff!

A dramatic incident occurred at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey when a FedEx cargo plane caught fire in its right turbine shortly after takeoff. The use of a video recorded by a frightened eyewitness shows the plane unexpectedly bursting into flames after taking off. After just nine minutes of flight time at 1:58 p.m. (Swiss time), the plane, which was headed to Indianapolis, had to turn around and land safely in Newark oe24.at reported.

Although the incident was extremely threatening for the passengers and crew, fortunately there were no injuries. The pilot ensured that the fire-caught aircraft landed safely. But the situation led to a temporary suspension of flight operations at Newark Liberty International Airport, which is now running smoothly again. The exact causes of the fire are currently being investigated.

Important information about the airport

Newark Liberty International Airport is a central airport serving New York City, stretching between the cities of Newark and Elizabeth in New Jersey. With a history dating back to its opening in 1928, it is now a major hub for international flights. The airport has undergone significant changes in recent years, including the opening of a new Terminal A in 2023. Current operating data shows the airport served over 49 million passengers in 2023, making it the second busiest airport in the New York system, behind John F. Kennedy International Airport, as in Wikipedia specified.