An Etihad Airways flight bound for Abu Dhabi from Chennai was cancelled Monday after a fire erupted on its left wing during take-off preparations. Pilots promptly halted the aircraft, and all 280 passengers were safely evacuated without any injuries. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, ensuring no further damage or casualties. The cause remains under investigation. An Etihad Airways flight bound for Abu Dhabi from Chennai was cancelled Monday after a fire erupted on its left wing during take-off preparations. Pilots promptly halted the aircraft, and all 280 passengers were safely evacuated without any injuries. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, ensuring no further damage or casualties. The cause remains under investigation.
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