NEW YORK- Memphis-based FedEx Express (FX) flight from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND) made an emergency landing back at Newark on Saturday afternoon (March 1, 2025) amid technical issues with one of its engines.
The flight was operated by Boeing 767-3S2F, registered as N178FE. Further, it is a 5.6-year-old aircraft powered by GE CF6 engines.
Photo: FlightRadar24FedEx 767 Engine Fire
According to FlightRadar24 data, FedEx flight FX3609 took off from Newark at 12:58 PM UTC. Shortly after takeoff, the flight crew reported a technical issue with the right engine.
Following this, the Flight Crew contacted ATC for emergency landing back at Newark.
The crew made a heavy landing at Newark Airport at 13:07 AM UTC. The aircraft remained airborne for just 9 minutes.
Photo: Clément AlloingWorld’s largest cargo carrier, FedEx Boeing 767 right engine fire video was captured by people working at the airport, and also by a spotter.
Here’s the video links:
- https://twitter.com/sofianezmln22/status/1895823297906164141
- https://twitter.com/fl360aero/status/1895831754734276629
- https://twitter.com/AdamNYC24/status/1895824963673997663
The aircraft was attended by emergency responders on the ground at Newark Liberty Airport. More details are awaited.
FedEx Express has established itself as a global leader in the air cargo industry. As of 2023, it stands as the world’s largest cargo airline both in fleet size and freight tons flown. As the flagship subsidiary of FedEx Corporation, the company has built an extensive global network that connects more than 375 destinations across 220 countries on six continents with daily service.
Based in Memphis, Tennessee, FedEx Express has developed into the world’s largest express transportation company. The company’s scale and reach have positioned it as a critical component of global supply chains and commerce, facilitating international trade through its comprehensive air freight and package delivery services.
Photo: UnknownSimilar Incident
In January 2025, Delta Air Lines (DL) Boeing 757 experienced an engine fire during takeoff at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, forcing an emergency evacuation of more than 200 passengers. Flight crew executed emergency protocols when pilots detected the engine issue while accelerating for departure.
Video footage captured firefighters extinguishing flames in the starboard engine as passengers evacuated via emergency slides onto the icy runway. The incident affected Flight DL2668, scheduled to depart from Atlanta to Minneapolis-St. Paul Friday morning.
The 21-year-old aircraft carried 201 passengers, four flight attendants, and two pilots. Airport authorities confirmed four minor injuries resulting from the evacuation, with one person requiring hospital transport, contradicting Delta’s initial report of no injuries.
Delta Air Lines issued an apology for the disruption while emphasizing its commitment to passenger safety. The company now faces operational challenges as it manages displaced travelers and addresses the aircraft damage.
The Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into the incident, which occurred at approximately 9:05 a.m. local time. In its official statement, the FAA acknowledged the aborted takeoff and evacuation, stating simply, “The FAA will investigate.”
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