Satellite Imagery Captures Delta Boeing 757 Fuel Dump After Engine Issue Near JFK
A Delta Air Lines Boeing 757 experienced an engine issue shortly after departing from New York's JFK Airport on July 18, 2024. The aircraft, operating as flight DAL1437, was forced to return to the airport for a safe landing. Before its return, the crew conducted a fuel dump over the Atlantic Ocean to reduce landing weight. This procedure was clearly captured by the GOES-16 satellite's infrared imagery. The satellite data showed the cool thermal signature of the evaporating fuel, highlighting the ability of meteorological tools to observe aviation incidents.
Official Source: https://cimss.ssec.wisc.edu/satellite-blog/archives/69290
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