21.08.2025 23:38
A Delta Air Lines plane experienced a partial detachment of its wing flap before landing in Texas. While the aircraft landed at the airport without any issues, the terrifying moments in the air were captured by a passenger's camera.
A flap on the wing of a Boeing 737 aircraft partially detached before landing in Texas, USA, and it was reported that there were no injuries in the incident.
FLAP PARTIALLY DETACHED FROM THE WING
According to CNN, a Boeing 737 aircraft operating flight number 1893 from Orlando International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport had a flap partially detach from its wing before landing in Texas on August 19.
NOBODY WAS INJURED
During the landing, none of the 62 passengers and crew on board were injured. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into the incident. In a statement from Delta Air Lines, it was noted that the aircraft with the partially detached flap on its left wing has been "grounded for maintenance."
In footage recorded by passenger Shanila Arif, the flap hanging from the back of the wing was observed while the plane was in the air. Flaps are movable parts located on the rear of the aircraft's wings and increase lift during takeoff and landing.