A United Airlines plane bound for New Jersey returned to Los Angeles International Airport after takeoff Monday morning due to an engine problem.
United Airlines Flight No. 2127 departed from LAX with 256 passengers and 12 crewmembers just after 10 a.m. for Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey. The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner returned to LAX, where it was met by fire crews on a taxiway.
The Federal Aviation Administration said the plane returned safely at about 11:20 a.m. to LAX due to a left engine issue. Details about the engine problem were not immediately available.
“LAFD crews have confirmed United flight #2127 has landed safely and is clear of all passengers and crew members following reported engine problems,” the LAFD said.
There were no immediate reports of injuries. All passengers exited the plane and boarded buses to return to the airport terminal.
“United flight 2127 safely returned to Los Angeles to address an issue with one of the engines,” United said in a statement. “Customers deplaned via slides and airstairs and were bused to the terminal. There are no reported injuries at this time. We’re working to get our customers to their final destinations.”
Departures to Los Angeles International were grounded due to the aircraft emergency. It was not immediately clear how long the stop would be in effect.
NBCLA has reached out to United Airlines for more information.