United Airlines Boeing 767 diverts to Canada following engine issue

A United Airlines Boeing 767-300ER, traveling from Washington Dulles International Airport to Amsterdam, diverted to Canada after reporting an engine issue over the Atlantic Ocean. The aircraft, registered as N644UA, is approximately 35 years old and is noted as one of the oldest 767 models still in active service for the airline.

Approximately four hours into the flight, the crew issued an emergency code (7700) following a technical indication regarding one of the two engines. The flight crew performed a mid-air U-turn and requested a diversion to St. John's International Airport in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Emergency response teams were positioned at the airport to assist upon the aircraft's arrival.

No injuries have been reported. United Airlines is expected to coordinate alternative travel arrangements for the passengers to complete their journey to the Netherlands once technical assessments of the aircraft are finalized.