United Airlines Jet Returns to Dulles After Engine Power Loss and Fire on Takeoff

A United Airlines flight departing Dulles International Airport (IAD) near Washington D.C. for Tokyo was forced to return shortly after takeoff on Saturday due to an engine power loss. The incident reportedly involved a fire igniting on the Virginia runway as the aircraft experienced the malfunction during its initial ascent, prompting an immediate abort and return.

The crew successfully executed emergency procedures, bringing the jet back to Dulles without further reported complications. While the specific aircraft type and the number of passengers onboard were not immediately disclosed, such incidents typically trigger a comprehensive investigation by US aviation authorities, including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), to determine the root cause of the engine failure and fire.