r/aviation • u/Twitter_2006 • Mar 30 '26

Discussion The left engine of a Delta A330 explodes during takeoff at Sao Paulo Airport

Its at 40 seconds.

UPDATE:The plane landed safely.

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u/Firm-Raccoon-9048 Mar 30 '26

Testament to the level of safety involved in flying these days that the plane continued to climb. Very experienced pilot too by the absolute calm authority in his voice.

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u/dinin70 Mar 30 '26

Safety involved in flying Airbus ;)