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A concerning incident unfolded at Chennai airport on the evening of [Date], involving an Emirates flight destined for Dubai. As the Boeing 777 aircraft, prepared for its journey with approximately 300 passengers on board, a plume of white smoke billowed from the engine compartment, causing a significant delay. The incident, captured on video, occurred while the plane was still on the tarmac, before passengers had boarded. Fortunately, no individuals were injured during the event.
Upon noticing the smoke, ground staff swiftly alerted the pilots, who immediately shut down the engines to prevent further escalation. Fire engines were dispatched to the site to control the situation and ensure no untoward incidents. All passengers were subsequently deplaned for a safety inspection, highlighting the priority placed on passenger well-being in such situations. While the incident delayed the flight's departure by over two hours, the aircraft eventually took off at 12:30 am after the necessary checks and inspections were completed.
The incident has prompted an investigation by India's aviation watchdog, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The DGCA's involvement underscores the seriousness of the event and the need to determine the root cause of the smoke eruption. Emirates, acknowledging the inconvenience caused to passengers, issued an apology and reassured the public that the safety of their passengers and crew is paramount. The airline confirmed that after a thorough engineering inspection, the aircraft was deemed safe to proceed to Dubai.
Source: Video: Smoke Comes Out Of Dubai-Bound Flight In Chennai Before Takeoff