💨 Abstract

A British Airways pilot mistakenly reversed the thrust of a Boeing 777 at Gatwick Airport, mistaking his right hand for his left during takeoff. This caused the aircraft's brakes to overheat and catch fire, necessitating a high-speed emergency stop. The June 2023 incident led to airport disruptions, cancelations, and diversions. No injuries were reported. Fire crews extinguished the blaze, and the pilot could not explain the error.

Courtesy: metro.co.uk

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