A Malaysia Airlines flight from Manila to Kuala Lumpur had to return to Ninoy Aquino International Airport yesterday afternoon (March 15) after one of its engines reportedly caught fire, possibly due to a bird strike.
Flight MH705 landed safely 40 minutes later with no injuries, according to passengers.
Images shared by X user @dasunhegoda showed flames coming from the engine mid-flight. He claimed the engine failed shortly after takeoff.
He commended the pilots and cabin crew for ensuring passenger safety, to which Malaysia Airlines’ official X account responded: “We are relieved to hear that you are safe and truly appreciate your understanding during such a difficult situation.”
Meanwhile, Filipino aviation news platform Aviation Updates Philippines shared a video showing flames and smoke coming from the aircraft’s left engine after the suspected bird strike.
Stay tuned for more updates.
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