Engine cowling detaches during takeoff on Southwest Airlines flight to Houston

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Engine cowling detaches during takeoff on Southwest Airlines flight to Houston
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Southwest Airlines Flight 3695 encountered a safety scare during takeoff from Denver International Airport when its engine cowling detached and struck the wing flap.

A Southwest airlines plane lands at Sarasota International Airport in Sarasota, Fla., on Monday, February 9, 2024 The pilot reported that the engine cowling detached and struck the wing flap, prompting an immediate return to the airport for safety reasons. The Boeing 737-800 managed to land safely at approximately 8:15 a.m. at the Denver International Airport .

Southwest Airlines Flight 3695 returned safely to Denver International Airport around 8:15 a.m. local time on Sunday, April 7, after the pilot reported the engine cowling fell off during takeoff and struck the wing flap. The Boeing 737-800 was towed to the gate. The aircraft was headed to William P. Hobby Airport in Houston. The FAA will investigate. Please contact the airline for additional information.

Southwest Flight 3695 returned to Denver International Airport this morning and landed safely after experiencing a mechanical issue. We’re working now to get customers on their way to Houston on another aircraft. Our Maintenance teams are reviewing the aircraft.Holly joined the KPRC 2 digital team in March 2023, leveraging her eight years of expertise in blogging and digital content to share her passion for Houston.

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