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Smoke at Dulles Airport, United Flight Returns Safely

A United flight to Tokyo returned to Dulles after engine issues caused smoke and a brush fire on the runway.
WHO: United Airlines, Sterling Volunteer Fire Company
WHAT: United flight returned due to mechanical issue and smoke
WHEN: Dec 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Dulles International Airport, Washington, DC
WHY: Engine issue led to smoke and brush fire along the runway
Sources (1): FOX 5 DC

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