LOS ANGELES, CA — For the third time in months, a passenger jet was forced to turn back to Los Angeles International Airport hours into a flight over the Pacific Ocean Tuesday morning.
United Airlines Flight 2373 headed for Kona, Hawaii experienced a mechanical issue mid-flight and had to turn back to LAX,KTLA reported.
The plane landed safely, and all 226 passengers and seven crew members exited the plain, according to authorities.
The flight took off at 8:55 a.m. and returned to Los Angeles at 12:15 p.m. due to an undisclosed mechanical issue affecting the Boeing 757-300, according to KTLA.
Earlier this month, on Dec. 2, a red-eye Qantas flight QF16 headed to Brisbane, Australia from LAX was forced to return to Los Angeles and request priority landing, according to authorities.
In October, an American Airlines flight to Sidney made an emergency landing at LAX Thursday after a cabin warning light went off, according to the airline.
An American Airlines spokesperson later described the warning light as a false alarm.
United Flight Forced To Return To LAX Due To Mechanical Issue
Passengers on board a United Airlines flight from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) were left stranded after their plane was forced to turn back due to a mechanical issue.
The flight, which was headed to New York City, experienced difficulties shortly after takeoff and the pilot made the decision to return to LAX as a precautionary measure.
Passengers reported hearing strange noises coming from the engine and feeling vibrations throughout the cabin. Some even saw smoke coming from the wing of the aircraft.
Upon landing back at LAX, passengers were met by airport personnel and rebooked on alternative flights. United Airlines has assured passengers that they are working to resolve the mechanical issue and ensure the safety of all travelers.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and safety checks on all aircraft before takeoff. Airlines must prioritize the safety and well-being of their passengers above all else.
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