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A China Airlines Airbus A350-900 operating flight CI6 from Taipei’s Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) experienced an engine issue yesterday after the aircraft’s left engine ingested foreign objects shortly after pushback. The incident occurred as the aircraft was being maneuvered away from the gate.
Ground personnel noticed debris being pulled into the engine as it spooled up during the pushback sequence. Following the event, the crew immediately shut down the affected engine and halted all further departure preparations to ensure the safety of passengers and crew. After inspections and necessary precautions were completed, the aircraft eventually departed. It is expected to arrive at Los Angeles International Airport with an approximately 90-minute delay.
Foreign object debris ingestion is uncommon, but can pose meaningful risks to aircraft engines (particularly during ground operations when loose materials on the apron may be disturbed by airflow from engines or ground equipment). Even small objects can cause damage when pulled into a high-power turbine, which is why ramp cleanliness and strict operating procedures are critical.
Airport officials have begun reviewing ramp conditions to determine how the debris reached the aircraft’s operating area. The investigation aims to identify any procedural lapses or environmental factors that contributed to the incident and to prevent similar occurrences in the future. Despite the disruption, the swift response by the flight crew and ground teams ensured the aircraft could safely continue its journey with minimal delay to passengers.
Anthony’s Take: Thankfully, this incident was noted and addressed before the flight took off and an inspection deemed it safe to do so. It’s always scary when things get sucked into the engines (objects, animals, and even people).
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