United Airlines flight UA2325 encountered a wildlife strike involving a rabbit during takeoff, resulting in engine malfunctions and significant alarm among passengers. The incident was marked by a loud bang and flames shooting from the engine, causing panic onboard. Passengers reported backfires and visible flames, fearing the worst as the aircraft continued to climb. Fortunately, the pilots managed to handle the situation, turning the plane back after 75 minutes of flight without any reported injuries, and a replacement aircraft was arranged for passengers.
"There was a loud bang and a significant vibration in the plane we proceeded to still climb," passenger Scott Wolff said.
"My stomach dropped, and I just thought 'I'm going to see a plane go down'."
"Every few moments there was a backfire coming from the engine, a giant fireball behind it. Everybody in the plane then started to panic," Wolff said.
"The aircraft returned to the gate, and we've lined up a new aircraft to get our customers on their way," an airline spokesperson said.
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