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A Condor Airlines Boeing 757 faced a harrowing ordeal as its right engine erupted in flames mid-flight over Italy, forcing an emergency landing. Eyewitnesses describe moments of sheer panic as the plane’s power faltered, sparking life-or-death fear at 36,000 feet.

Bianca Jones

AUG 19, 2025 14:58

2 min read

Condor Plane Makes Emergency Landing, August 16 2025

A Condor Airlines Boeing 757 made a dramatic emergency landing in southern Italy on Saturday after its right engine erupted in flames shortly after takeoff, leaving passengers in fear for their lives. The flight, carrying 273 passengers and eight crew members from Corfu, Greece, to Düsseldorf, Germany, experienced a turbine airflow disruption at 36,000 feet, according to German broadcaster WDR.

Passengers on Flight DE 3665 reported seeing flames shooting from the right wing around 8 p.m. local time, as detailed by German outlet Bild. One passenger recounted a terrifying moment when the plane’s power cut out briefly, halting its climb. “It was an incredibly horrible experience. I already sent goodbye texts because I thought, ‘It’s over now,’” the passenger told Bild.

The aircraft safely diverted to Brindisi Airport, landing at 8:15 p.m., just 40 minutes after takeoff, per FlightRadar24. Unverified social media videos, including a TikTok clip captioned, “I was just chilling … then realized a plane was literally fighting fire in front of me,” captured the jet’s engine flashing flames and emitting loud booms.

A Condor Airlines spokesperson attributed the incident to a chemical reaction in the engine’s combustion chamber, triggering a fault message that prompted the precautionary landing. The airline emphasized that passengers were never in danger, and all disembarked normally. The aircraft is now under technical inspection.

Due to limited hotel availability in Brindisi, some passengers spent the night at the airport, where vouchers, blankets, and open shops were provided. Others were accommodated in hotels, and those who arranged alternative lodging can seek reimbursement. A replacement Condor aircraft transported all passengers to Düsseldorf on Sunday (August 17).

“We apologize for any inconvenience caused, but the safety of our passengers and employees is always our top priority,” Condor Airlines said in a statement.