An Airbus A320-232 passenger aircraft belonging to LATAM Airlines was forced to cancel its flight due to an engine malfunction during departure preparations. On the aircraft with registration PR-MAK, pilots activated safety procedures after flames were observed coming from the left engine.
The incident occurred on Sunday, 18 January, at Florianópolis International Airport (FLN) in Brazil. Flight LA 3819 was scheduled to operate from Florianópolis to Brasília (BSB). Following the technical issue prior to take-off, the aircraft was towed back from the runway and passengers were safely evacuated.
Authorities stated that there were no fatalities or injuries, and it was learned that the aircraft has been taken in for technical inspection. While there was a brief disruption to airport operations, LATAM Airlines arranged alternative flights for affected passengers.
