Archive · 16 Sep 2026
Iran Boeing 737 Engine Failure Sends Cabin Roof Liner Falling
A passenger plane in Iran had a serious problem during a flight.
One of its engines began shaking badly.
Reports suggest a tyre burst and debris may have damaged the engine.
The strong shaking caused part of the ceiling inside the plane to fall down.
Passengers became frightened and screamed.
Some reports say the plane briefly took off before returning to land.
Other descriptions place the incident during the takeoff run.
Everyone got off the plane safely, and no one was reported injured.
A Boeing 737 experienced severe vibration after one engine reportedly failed during a domestic flight.
Local media said a burst tyre may have sent debris into the engine, damaging it.
The cabin roof liner detached over multiple seats as passengers screamed in fear.
Some reports said the plane took off before the pilot declared an emergency and landed immediately.
No injuries were reported, and passengers were safely evacuated.
- Who
- Passengers and crew aboard an unnamed airline's Boeing 737.
- What
- An engine failure and severe vibration caused the cabin roof liner to detach.
- When
- During the takeoff run or, according to some reports, shortly after takeoff; no date was specified.
- Where
- Iran, on or near the runway during a routine domestic flight.
- Why
- A burst tyre may have thrown debris into an engine, damaging it and causing severe vibration.
- Aircraft
- Boeing 737
- Flight type
- Routine domestic flight
- Reported problem
- One engine failed and vibrated severely
- Suspected cause
- A burst tyre may have sent debris into the engine
- Cabin damage
- The roof liner detached over many seats
- Passenger outcome
- No injuries were reported
- Evacuation
- Passengers were evacuated safely