Emergency Landing And Evacuation At Los Angeles International Airport

A United Airlines Boeing 787-9 made an emergency return to Los Angeles International Airport on March 2, 2026, after the crew reported a possible engine fire. The aircraft, which had departed for Newark Liberty International Airport, was evacuated on the taxiway, with passengers using inflatable slides and airstairs to exit the plane. The Los Angeles Fire Department responded and confirmed the fire was contained within an hour. According to AeroTime, the incident triggered a temporary ground stop at LAX, and United Airlines worked to transport customers to their destinations.