Delta Flight 1708 Pilots Aborts Takeoff at Huntsville Due to Engine Smoke

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ATLANTA— Delta Air Lines (DL) Flight 1708 was forced to abort its scheduled takeoff from Huntsville International Airport (HSV) after crew members detected smoke coming from one of the engines.

The incident occurred Friday morning at 10:55 a.m., prompting the aircraft to return to the gate, where all 114 passengers and five crew members safely disembarked. The flight was bound for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

Delta Engine Issue Halts Takeoff

According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Delta pilots observed indications of an engine problem just as the aircraft was preparing for departure.

Following standard procedures, the crew quickly suspended the takeoff at low speed, ensuring passenger safety.

Delta Air Lines later issued a statement confirming the sequence of events. The airline emphasized that the aircraft returned to the gate without further incident and expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to customers.

Flight tracking data from FlightAware shows that Flight 1708 eventually departed from Huntsville to Atlanta later that afternoon, shortly before 5 p.m., though it was not immediately clear if the same aircraft operated the rescheduled flight.

Passenger Impact and Response

The aborted takeoff caused a delay of several hours, but Delta staff at Huntsville International Airport (HSV) worked to accommodate affected travelers.

Passengers were reboarded once the aircraft was cleared or transferred to another aircraft to complete their journey to Atlanta (ATL).

A Delta spokesperson confirmed to local media outlet WAFF that all 119 people on board — 114 passengers and five crew — were unharmed. The airline reiterated its commitment to passenger safety and expressed appreciation for customer patience during the delay.

FAA Investigation Underway

The FAA confirmed it has opened an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the reported engine smoke.

Such investigations are routine whenever there is an abnormality involving an aircraft’s systems during critical phases of flight, such as takeoff.

While no injuries were reported, the occurrence highlights the importance of crew training and immediate response protocols that are in place across the aviation industry. Both the FAA and Delta Air Lines (DL) are expected to review maintenance and operational records as part of the inquiry.

Similar Incident

Delta Air Lines (DL) flight DL245 from Vincenzo Bellini Catania Airport (CTA) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) was forced to abort takeoff twice on July 28, 2025.

The Boeing 767-300ER operating the service remained on the ground at CTA after both attempts failed, before the airline arranged an alternate aircraft to carry stranded passengers to JFK.

Technical Issue Halts Departure

According to FlightRadar24 (FR24), the nine-hour and thirty-minute transatlantic flight was scheduled to leave Catania at 08:55 local time and arrive at New York JFK at 13:15 local time. The pilots attempted the first departure from Runway 26, but technical indications forced them to reject the takeoff at low speed.

A second attempt was made from Runway 08, but the same issue surfaced, prompting another rejected takeoff. The crew then taxied back to the gate, and the flight was eventually cancelled for that day.

Reports suggested the problem involved a non-essential system on the Boeing 767, though specific details have not been officially confirmed. Aviation observers noted that with aging aircraft, technical resets are sometimes attempted before making another departure attempt.

Aircraft Details and Registration

The aircraft involved was a Boeing 767-300ER registered as N180DN. Delivered over three decades ago, the 33.3-year-old jet is powered by Pratt & Whitney JT9D engines.

Following the aborted takeoff attempts, the aircraft remained grounded in Catania for a full day before re-entering scheduled service on July 29, 2025, again operating as DL245.

Delta Air Lines canceled the July 28 flight but provided recovery options for stranded passengers.

A replacement Boeing 767, registered as N190DN, was dispatched to Catania and operated a special service, DL9895, on July 29, 2025. This aircraft carried passengers from CTA to JFK, minimizing disruption caused by the cancellation.

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