Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner declares 'Mayday' due to engine failure after takeoff in US
A Munich-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operated by United Airlines, was forced to return to Washington Dulles Airport shortly after takeoff on July 25. The flight's left engine failed shortly after taking off at 5,000 feet, prompting the crew to declare a 'Mayday'. The aircraft remained airbound for 2 hours and 38 minutes to safely dump fuel before landing back.