Incident Overview
On May 27, 2016, at approximately 1238 Japan standard time, Korean Air flight 2708, a Boeing 777-300 (registration HL7534), rejected its takeoff from Tokyo Haneda International Airport in Tokyo, Japan. The decision to abort the departure was made after the aircraft's left engine experienced a loss of power and subsequently caught fire.
Aircraft and Flight
The aircraft involved was a Boeing 777-300, bearing the registration HL7534. The flight was operated by Korean Air as flight number 2708. The incident occurred on the runway during the takeoff roll, before the aircraft became airborne.
Aftermath
Following the rejected takeoff, emergency services responded to the scene. The investigation into the incident was placed under the jurisdiction of the Government of Japan, specifically the Japan Transport Safety Board. The report released by the Japanese authorities contains only information provided by or obtained by the Government of Japan. No additional details regarding the occupants, injuries, or damage were included in the initial release.