From New York Post · · 1m 20s
Boeing 737 tears apart mid-flight over Iran
Mechanical failure causes cabin panels to collapse as 127 passengers scream in terror during Sepehran Airlines flight.
In brief
Mechanical failure causes cabin panels to collapse as 127 passengers scream in terror during Sepehran Airlines flight. A mechanical failure forced a Sepehran Airlines Boeing 737 to turn back to its departure airport, with no injuries reported despite cabin damage. Originally reported by New York Post.
Plane falls apart mid-flight
A Sepehran Airlines Boeing 737 suffered mechanical failure shortly after takeoff from Mashhad on September 15, causing violent shaking that tore cabin panels from the ceiling.
Passengers hit by falling debris
Terrified flyers screamed and prayed as pieces of the ceiling fell around them. Some passengers were struck by items from cargo bins, though no injuries were reported.
Captain returns to Mashhad
The pilot immediately turned the aircraft around and flew the 127 passengers back to the departure airport to prevent further disaster.
Passengers transferred to new plane
After landing safely, all frightened passengers were led off and transferred to another aircraft to complete their journey to Kermanshah.
Cause under investigation
Initial reports suggested a tire burst during flight, but this remains unconfirmed. Iranian authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
Sepehran has prior incidents
This is the second major incident for Sepehran Airlines in recent months. In August, another Boeing 737 swerved off the runway and its nose landing gear collapsed.
Here's the gist
A mechanical failure forced a Sepehran Airlines Boeing 737 to turn back to its departure airport, with no injuries reported despite cabin damage.
