Dangerous aborted takeoff: Lufthansa passengers in panic!

Dangerous aborted takeoff: Lufthansa passengers in panic!

A shocking incident occurred on June 16, 2025, when a Lufthansa flight number LH753 was traveling from Hyderabad in India to Frankfurt. Shortly before the scheduled take-off, as the aircraft was taxiing on the runway at a speed of around 280 km/h, the crew aborted the take-off. The reason for the sudden emergency braking were serious problems with the front wheels of the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner; this particular aircraft with the registration D-ABPD had previously encountered some technical difficulties.

Around 200 passengers on board experienced this dangerous moment as extremely disturbing. During the emergency braking, several tires burst and the material on the aircraft began to glow. Things were particularly chaotic in the galley, where the oven door opened and numerous pieces of porcelain and food fell down. A flight attendant who was trying to handle the situation slipped and injured herself. Fortunately, a third pilot, who was monitoring the cabin via camera, noticed the incident and immediately alerted the captain.

Evacuation and return to Frankfurt

The captain's quick reaction prevented anything worse from happening. After the takeoff was aborted, the aircraft remained unable to maneuver and the passengers were safely evacuated via stairs. After the Dreamliner stayed in Hyderabad for eight days, it was finally transferred to Frankfurt. The flight is estimated to have experienced similar problems on May 21, 2024, when the brakes overheated and several tires burst. At that time, a problem with the nose gear was identified as a possible cause of the abort.

In addition, the US aviation authority FAA has ordered urgent inspections for the Boeing 787. Such measures are not just reactive to the Lufthansa incident, but worldwide due to recent security concerns. In March, Latam Airlines experienced a disturbing nosedive that injured 50 passengers. This has resulted in airlines having to thoroughly inspect their 787 models, particularly the pilot seats, within 30 days.

Technical concerns and future of the Boeing 787

Lufthansa currently has five Boeing 787-9s in its fleet and plans to deliver a further 34 models, including aircraft for Austrian Airlines. These developments make people sit up and take notice, as the safety standards in the industry are also under constant observation. While Lufthansa continually emphasizes that safety is its top priority, flight efficiency is also heavily promoted thanks to new models such as the Boeing 787-9. It remains to be seen how the incidents and the associated security measures will influence public perception and travel behavior.

With the need for continuous review and potentially widespread changes to the fleet, it is clear that the aviation industry is facing challenges that require both technological and safety solutions. In this context, the question remains as to how the airlines will overcome these challenges and whether travel with such modern aircraft will continue to be popular.

The incidents surrounding flight LH753 have once again sparked discussion about safety problems in aviation. It remains to be hoped that the companies concerned will take measures to ensure the safety of passengers as best as possible.

Further details and background information on the events can be found in the reports from FNP, Focus and Airliners to find.