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Engine indication incident involving WestJet flight WS1469 at Las Vegas

Sequence & Resolution

Event Date05/11/2026
Level
Incident
CategoryEngine Problem
Flight PhaseTakeoff
Technical Issue Details
Boeing 737-7CT (C-GWSO) was operating flight WS1469 departing from Las Vegas-Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Calgary (YYC).
Shortly after takeoff, the flight crew received a left engine indication alert in the cockpit.
The crew declared a "PAN PAN" emergency and requested an immediate return to the airport.
Outcome / Handling
The aircraft returned to Las Vegas-Harry Reid International Airport and landed safely.
No passengers or crew members were injured in the incident.
Current Status
The aircraft was temporarily grounded in Las Vegas for technical inspection.
The plane was ferried back to Calgary on May 15, 2026.
The aircraft resumed regular commercial passenger service the following day (May 16, 2026).

Flight Information

Flight NumberWS1469
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