Possible Engine Fire Prompts Evacuation On Taxiway

A United Airlines Boeing 787-9 made an emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport on March 2, 2026, after the crew reported a possible engine fire. The aircraft returned to LAX shortly after takeoff, and passengers were evacuated on the taxiway via slides and airstairs. The FAA will investigate the left-engine issue, and the Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed the fire was contained. United worked to transport customers to their destinations, with a couple of passengers suffering minor injuries. The incident was first reported by AeroTime.