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Athens, Greece: A Lufthansa Airbus A321neo operating flight LH1753 from Athens to Munich was forced to return shortly after departure following an onboard technical warning that triggered an emergency response and passenger evacuation at Athens International Airport. The aircraft departed from Athens on May 11 but crews soon received a warning indication linked to the aircraft’s Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) system. Several reports initially described the situation as a possible engine or fire alert, while Lufthansa later clarified that the cockpit had received a malfunction indication and the crew followed standard emergency procedures. The Airbus A321neo safely returned to Athens after remaining airborne for only a short period. Following landing, emergency services surrounded the aircraft as it taxied on the airport surface. Cabin crew subsequently initiated a full emergency evacuation using inflatable slides after passengers and crew reportedly noticed a strong odor in the rear section of the cabin. Lufthansa confirmed that 177 passengers and seven crew members were onboard the aircraft during the incident. The airline statements indicated that three passengers sustained minor injuries during the slide evacuation and received medical attention. No serious injuries were reported. Several eyewitness accounts described scenes of panic and confusion during the evacuation, with passengers rapidly exiting the aircraft under crew instructions. Videos and photographs circulating on social media showed emergency responders positioned around the aircraft while slides remained deployed. Lufthansa stated that the crew declared an emergency in accordance with established safety procedures to ensure priority handling for the aircraft’s return to Athens. The airline also noted that the evacuation was conducted as a precautionary measure after the odor was detected in the aft cabin area. Airport operations at Athens continued normally following the incident, while technical inspections of the aircraft were initiated. Authorities and the airline are continuing to assess the exact cause of the malfunction indication.

Lufthansa Returns To Athens Following Technical Alert, Passengers Evacuated Safely

Aviation Today News Desk / May 13, 2026

Athens, Greece: A Lufthansa Airbus A321neo operating flight LH1753 from Athens to Munich was forced to return shortly after departure […]

Engine Fire Forces High-Speed Abort Of SWISS Delhi–Zurich Flight; 5 Injuries Reported SEO DES: Around 245 people, including four infants were onboard. Four passengers and a crew member sustained minor injuries. Probe underway. SOCIAL: A Swiss International Air Lines Airbus A330 (LX147) aborted high-speed takeoff at Indira Gandhi International Airport after an engine fire. The aircraft stopped safely and evacuated passengers on the runway. Five people (4 passengers + 1 crew) sustained minor injuries, revised from an initial count of six; no fatalities were reported. A total of 228 passengers, 4 infants, and 13 crew were onboard. Some passengers reported evacuation delays and ground response issues. The airline has launched an investigation and is assisting affected passengers. New Delhi, India: A Swiss International Air Lines long-haul flight bound for Zurich was forced to abort takeoff at high speed at Indira Gandhi International Airport early Sunday after an engine caught fire, triggering an emergency evacuation on the runway that left several passengers injured. The aircraft, an operating flight LX147 from Delhi to Zurich, began its takeoff roll at approximately 1:08 AM when the crew detected a critical engine malfunction accompanied by flames. The aircraft had already accelerated to nearly 193 km/h when pilots initiated a rejected takeoff (RTO) , a high-risk, time-critical manoeuvre performed at high speed. The crew brought the aircraft to a controlled stop on the runway and immediately ordered an evacuation. Passengers and crew exited using emergency slides as airport fire and rescue services rushed to the scene. Authorities declared a full emergency, the highest level of airport alert, while firefighting teams quickly contained the blaze. Four passengers along with one crew member sustained injuries during the evacuation, largely attributed to slide descent and panic movement. Most injuries were reported as minor, including sprains and impact-related trauma. The injured were transported to medical facilities, including hospitals in Gurugram, for evaluation and treatment. The airline had earlier said that six passengers had been injured but revised the number. There were 228 passengers, four infants and 13 crew members on board the aircraft, which was an Airbus A330. Several passengers described a sudden and forceful braking event followed by confusion during evacuation. Some cited issues such as delays in opening certain exits and crowding near evacuation points. A few passengers also criticised the ground response, alleging inadequate coordination and delays in post-evacuation assistance, including transport and accommodation. “We are aware of an incident involving flight LX147 in Delhi. The crew aborted takeoff following an engine issue and initiated a precautionary evacuation. Passenger and crew safety is our top priority, and we are supporting those affected while working with authorities to investigate the matter”, SWISS said in a statement. Preliminary information indicates the incident originated from an engine failure leading to fire, though authorities have not yet confirmed the exact cause. Aviation and airline technical teams have begun a detailed investigation into the sequence of events, including engine performance, fire detection systems, and crew response. SWISS confirmed that the takeoff was aborted as a precaution following an engine issue and stated that passenger safety remained the priority. The airline has initiated standard safety and technical inspections and is assisting affected passengers with rebooking and accommodation.

Engine Fire Forces High-Speed Abort Of SWISS Delhi–Zurich Flight; 5 Injuries Reported

Aviation Today News Desk / April 27, 2026

New Delhi, India: A Swiss International Air Lines long-haul flight bound for Zurich was forced to abort takeoff at high

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