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SWISS Delhi to Zurich flight evacuated after engine failure injures six passengers on slides

International
Published on 26 April 2026
SWISS Delhi to Zurich flight evacuated after engine failure injures six passengers on slides

Emergency slides sent passengers to hospital after takeoff abort

A SWISS flight traveling from Delhi to Zurich aborted takeoff following an engine failure and reported fire, triggering an evacuation. Six passengers suffered injuries while descending emergency slides and were taken to hospital. The airline said it is arranging onward travel and accommodation for everyone affected as investigations into the incident continue.

  • Takeoff was aborted after engine failure and fire reports
  • Passengers were evacuated using emergency evacuation slides
  • Six passengers suffered injuries and were hospitalized
  • SWISS is arranging onward travel and accommodation
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