United Airlines Boeing 767 Grounded After Engine Shutdown in Geneva

A United Airlines Boeing 767-300ER experienced an engine problem while departing from Geneva Airport (GVA) on Thursday morning, forcing the crew to shut down the left engine and return to the airport.

Flight UA957 was climbing to approximately 23,000 feet when its left-hand engine produced a loud noise, according to those aboard the aircraft. The crew responded by shutting down the engine and declaring an emergency, prompting airport emergency vehicles to position themselves as a precaution.

The Boeing 767 was able to taxi clear of the runway under its own power, and all passengers and crew safely exited the aircraft before it was removed from service for inspections.

N686UA, the affected Boeing 767, is a 23.6-year-old twin-engine aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney PW4060 turbofan engines. The incident has raised questions about the age of the plane and potential maintenance issues.