A Boeing 787 Dreamliner operated by United Airlines was forced to make an emergency landing after one of its engines failed shortly after takeoff. The incident happened last Friday in Washington, United States.

The aircraft had taken off from Dulles International Airport in Washington and was on its way to Munich, Germany. Not long after takeoff, the plane’s left engine stopped working while the aircraft was flying at about 5,000 feet.

Realizing the danger, the pilot immediately sent a "Mayday" distress signal and contacted air traffic control to arrange an emergency landing. The crew remained calm and followed all safety procedures during the emergency.

Permission was quickly granted for the plane to return to Dulles Airport. However, the aircraft circled the Washington area for nearly 2 hours and 38 minutes before safely landing back at the airport.

There were no injuries reported among the passengers or crew. The quick response by the pilot and flight team helped prevent a serious accident, according to airline sources.

The exact reason for the engine failure is still unknown. An investigation is currently underway to find out what caused the malfunction during the flight.

This is the latest in a series of technical issues involving Boeing aircraft, especially the Dreamliner model. The incident has raised fresh concerns about the safety and reliability of the Boeing 787 fleet.

Despite the engine failure, the pilots managed the situation professionally, ensuring the safety of everyone on board. Authorities are reviewing flight data and inspecting the engine to identify any mechanical or technical problems.

A full report on the incident will be released after the investigation is complete. For now, officials are focusing on finding the cause and making sure it does not happen again.