Ryanair Boeing 737 Evacuated at Brindisi Airport After Flames Erupt from Engine

A Boeing 737 jet with nearly 200 people onboard was evacuated early Thursday morning at Brindisi Airport in Italy after flames were spotted shooting from one of its engines.

The incident occurred just before take-off, prompting immediate action from emergency services.

A Boeing jet with nearly 200 people onboard was evacuated in Italy early Thursday after flames were seen shooting from an engine.

Firefighters responded swiftly to the scene as smoke and flames were observed emanating from the aircraft’s left engine. Eyewitness photos captured the alarming sight, highlighting the urgency of the situation.

Ryanair, the airline operating the flight, confirmed that all 184 passengers were evacuated safely. Video footage shared on social media platform X showed passengers exiting the aircraft via inflatable emergency slides. “Flight FR8826 from Brindisi to Turin was delayed this morning after cabin crew observed fumes on the outside of the aircraft,” Ryanair stated. “Passengers were disembarked without incident and returned to the terminal by bus.”

All 184 passengers on the Boeing 737 were evacuated from the plane safely, the airline said. X/emilnivantha

Following the incident, Brindisi Airport was temporarily closed, but operations resumed by late morning. Ryanair announced plans to use a spare aircraft to transport affected passengers to their destination in Turin.

In a statement to Italian media, the airport emphasized that the temporary closure was essential for traveler safety. “The problem, which occurred when the aircraft was already aligned at the head for take-off, required the evacuation of passengers via emergency slides,” the airport said. “All operations were carried out with maximum safety for passengers and crew.”

“The problem, which occurred when the aircraft was already aligned at the head for take-off, required the evacuation of passengers via emergency slides,” the airport said. X/emilnivantha

This alarming event comes just two days after another incident involving Ryanair, where the tires of a plane exploded during landing in Milan. Passengers reported smelling burnt rubber during the bumpy landing; fortunately, no injuries were reported.