United Airlines Flight 803 Returns Safely to Dulles After Engine Failure
On December 13, 2025, United Airlines Flight 803 faced a serious incident shortly after takeoff from Dulles International Airport. This flight was en route to Tokyo when an engine failure occurred, prompting an immediate return to the airport.
Incident Overview
The Boeing 777-200 took off in the afternoon and was experiencing issues with one of its engines shortly thereafter. The aircraft successfully landed back at Dulles around 1:20 p.m., with no injuries reported among the 275 passengers and 15 crew members on board.
Response and Investigation
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is set to conduct an investigation into the engine failure experienced by Flight 803. A spokesperson for the airport, Emily McGee, reported that some brush around the runway caught fire during the takeoff but was quickly extinguished.
Flight Continuation Plans
- The incident did not result in any harm to passengers or crew.
- A different aircraft was arranged to continue the journey to Tokyo later that same day.
United Airlines is cooperating with the FAA and is committed to ensuring the safety of its operations. The return of Flight 803 highlights the importance of adherence to safety protocols in aviation.
