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On September 11, a Southwest Airlines flight traveling from Burbank International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport was forced to make an emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport after experiencing engine failure. The left-hand CFM56 engine failed during ascent, according to AvHerald. All passengers and crew landed safely, and no injuries were reported.
The flight, numbered WN 1394, departed Burbank at 07:35, slightly later than its scheduled time of 07:20. After takeoff from runway 15L, the crew reported the engine issue and initially planned to return to Burbank. They ultimately diverted to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), landing on runway 24L approximately 34 minutes after departure.
A spokesperson for Southwest Airlines provided a statement: "Southwest Airlines Flight 1394 diverted safely to Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday after experiencing an apparent engine failure while departing from Hollywood Burbank Airport. Following the uneventful landing, the aircraft taxied to a gate at LAX, where we accommodated our Customers on the next flight to Phoenix. We appreciate the professionalism of our Pilots and Flight Attendants in safely handling the situation. Nothing is more important to Southwest than the Safety of our Customers and Employees."
