THIS is the terrifying moment flames erupted from a Boeing plane\u2019s engine mid-air, forcing the jet to make an emergency landing.<\/p>\n
The experience was so frightening that one passenger even sent \u201cgoodbye\u201d texts to their loved ones.<\/p>\n
The moment flames erupted from a Boeing plane mid-air forcing pilots to make an emergency landingCredit: X<\/p>\n
A terrified passenger said they sent \u2018goodbye\u2019 texts to their loved onesCredit: X<\/p>\n
The jet touched down at an Italian airport just 40 minutes after takeoffCredit: X<\/p>\n
Footage shows the horrifying incident as flames sputtered out of the Condor Boeing 757\u2019s engine.<\/p>\n
It happened shortly after take-off from the Greek holiday island of Corfu.<\/p>\n
The flight had already reached an altitude of 36,000ft when the plane experienced a disruption to the turbine airflow, according to German broadcaster WDR.<\/p>\n
It had been on course to fly to D\u00fcsseldorf before the blaze forced the pilots to make an emergency landing at Brindisi in Italy.<\/p>\n
The flight touched down at the Italian airport just 40 minutes after take-off on Saturday evening.<\/p>\n
Terrified passengers have spoken about the heart-stopping moment the fire erupted from the engine.<\/p>\n
One person on board told Bild: \u201cSuddenly, the power went out for a few seconds, and we realised we were no longer climbing.\u201d<\/p>\n
Another said: \u201cIt was an incredibly horrible experience. I already sent goodbye texts because I thought, \u2018It\u2019s over now\u2019.\u201d<\/p>\n
In one TikTok video caught by an eyewitness on the ground, the plane can be seen coming down with flames bursting from its engine.<\/p>\n
Loud booms can also be heard as it makes its descent.<\/p>\n
A Condor spokesperson told The Sun the incident was caused by a reaction at the back of the engine \u2013 and that the engine itself was not on fire.<\/p>\n
They said: \u201cFlight DE3665 from Corfu to D\u00fcsseldorf diverted to Brindisi on 16 August 2025.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe reason was a parameter indication outside the normal range caused by a disturbance in the air flow supply to the engine.<\/p>\n
\u201cDue to the fault message, it was precautionarily decided to divert to Brindisi.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis posed no danger to the guests or crew members at any time.\u201d<\/p>\n
Another plane was sent to fly the passengers to D\u00fcsseldorf the next day.<\/p>\n
But limited availability in Brindisi meant that not all of them received hotel accommodation.<\/p>\n
The spokesperson added: \u201cUnfortunately, there was insufficient hotel capacity in Brindisi, meaning that not all guests could be accommodated in hotels.<\/p>\n
\u201cAdditional vouchers and blankets were organised at the airport, and a few shops were allowed to remain open to provide supplies.<\/p>\n
\u201cPassengers who took advantage of alternative accommodation options can submit their expenses for reimbursement.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe apologise for any inconvenience caused, but the safety of our passengers and employees is always our top priority.\u201d<\/p>\n
The plane is currently undergoing a technical inspection.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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