Air China jet evacuated after engine fire sends smoke into cabin in Singapore; 9 injured

An Air China jetliner made an emergency landing in Singapore after an engine fire caused smoke to enter the cabin. Nine passengers were injured during the evacuation. The pilot declared an emergency after reporting smoke in the cargo hold and a lavatory. The fire was extinguished after landing, and a preliminary investigation suggests a mechanical failure in the engine was the cause.

Sep 11, 2023 - 17:30
Air China jet evacuated after engine fire sends smoke into cabin in Singapore; 9 injured
An Air China jetliner made an emergency landing in Singapore after an engine fire caused smoke to enter the cabin. Nine passengers were injured during the evacuation. The pilot declared an emergency after reporting smoke in the cargo hold and a lavatory. The fire was extinguished after landing, and a preliminary investigation suggests a mechanical failure in the engine was the cause.