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Southwest Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Houston as Engine Catches Fire

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Source: WPVI-TV
Southwest Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Houston as Engine Catches Fire
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A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 made an emergency landing in Houston after flames were seen shooting out of one of its engines shortly after takeoff. The plane landed safely, and passengers were able to continue their trip on another aircraft. Southwest stated that the incident was due to a mechanical issue and the plane has been taken out of service for review. The Federal Aviation Administration will be investigating the incident.

Topics:nation#aviation#boeing-737#emergency-landing#engine-fire#investigation#southwest-airlines
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