"Multiple Boeing Planes Experience Engine Cover Issues During Takeoff"
TL;DR
The Federal Aviation Administration is launching an investigation after the engine cowling of a Southwest Airlines plane fell off during takeoff in Denver, striking the wing flap. The flight returned safely to Denver International Airport, and Southwest Airlines is working to get customers on their way to Houston on another aircraft. This incident follows a reported engine fire on another Southwest Airlines flight at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport.
- Engine cover of Southwest Airlines plane comes off during takeoff NBC News
- Boeing plane part falls off, strikes wing flap during takeoff in Denver FOX 31 Denver
- Boeing Plane Loses Engine Cover During Takeoff in Another Embarrassing Moment for Air Manufacturing Giant The New York Sun
- Southwest Boeing 737-800 flight from Denver loses engine cover, FAA investigating CNN
- Engine cover comes off and hits wing, forcing Southwest flight to land, video shows Yahoo! Voices
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