Delta Flight Evacuated After Engine Issue

A Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Minneapolis-St. Paul aborted its takeoff due to an engine issue, which reportedly included a fire, prompting an emergency evacuation of all 201 passengers and seven crew members. The incident, occurring amid a rare snowstorm affecting operations at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, resulted in four passengers sustaining minor injuries, with one needing hospitalization. Passengers evacuated using inflatable slides, as the aircraft had reached approximately 90 knots before the pilots decided to abort takeoff and hit the brakes. Delta Airlines confirmed that its crew followed established safety procedures and expressed their commitment to passenger safety. The Federal Aviation Administration is set to investigate the incident, which contributed to over 500 flight cancellations at the airport due to the adverse weather conditions. Social media captured videos of the evacuation, highlighting the panic among passengers as they exited the aircraft.