United Airlines flight evacuated after engine sparks fire at Houston airport

Airbus A319, headed for New York with 104 passengers, saw problem on wing during takeoff

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United Airlines passenger jets are pictured at George Bush Intercontinental Airport on Aug. 22, 2024. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP) © AP

HOUSTON (AP) -- Passengers were evacuated via slides and stairs from a jetliner at Houston's main airport on Sunday after an engine problem during takeoff caused smoke and fire on the right wing.

United Airlines flight 1382 to New York City was halted while still on the runway shortly after 8:30 a.m. at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement.

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