Swift Emergency Evacuation After Engine Fire at Vancouver Airport
This past weekend at Vancouver International Airport, something quite unexpected occurred—an incident that, thankfully, ended without injury but certainly reminded us of how quickly air travel situations can change. Late Saturday night, a WestJet flight arriving from Tampa, Florida, experienced a small engine fire just after landing. This wasn’t mid-flight, but rather as the plane was already at the gate, making it all the more surprising for the passengers and crew.
According to the Transportation Safety Board of Canada, the fire originated in the tailpipe of one of the engines, moments after the plane had been shut down. While that may sound alarming, what followed was a swift and professional response. There were still about 50 passengers on board at the time, and as a precaution, the flight crew initiated an emergency evacuation. The aircraft’s inflatable slides were deployed, and everyone was safely guided out.
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Now, to put this in perspective—imagine landing, feeling like the journey is over, and within moments, being asked to exit the plane via an emergency slide. That’s exactly what happened to those passengers, but the good news is that no one was hurt. WestJet confirmed that the aircraft’s onboard systems quickly extinguished the fire. Airport emergency crews were already on the scene and worked seamlessly with the airline to ensure everything was under control.
The plane has since been taken in for maintenance, and the airport itself remained fully operational—no delays, no cancellations, and minimal disruption. Vancouver International Airport’s spokesperson, Chloe Reynaud, praised the collaborative efforts of all involved: the airport’s first responders, WestJet’s staff, emergency services, and ground crews. They not only ensured a safe evacuation but also helped reunite passengers with their baggage and provided the support they needed afterward.
This incident might not have made major global headlines, but it’s a powerful reminder of the importance of emergency preparedness. It also highlights the professionalism of airline crews and airport staff, whose training turned what could have been a dangerous event into a controlled and injury-free operation.
So while it was indeed a tense few moments, it’s also a story of teamwork, calm under pressure, and the systems working exactly as they should.
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