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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Joanna Whitehead

Boeing Dreamliner flight forced to land moments after take-off due to mechanical issue

A United Airlines Boeing 787-8 flight was forced to return to Washington Dulles airport shortly after take-off following a mechanical issue.

The Munich-bound flight UA108 took off at 5.40pm local time on Friday 25 July, only to initiate emergency protocols moments later.

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