DUBAI- An Emirates (EK) Airbus A380-800 encountered an in-flight engine shutdown en route from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The aircraft, registration A6-EUW, completed flight EK203 safely despite operating on three engines.
The aircraft declared an emergency while under Boston Center’s control. New York Approach guided the flight to land safely at JFK, where it touched down on runway 22L at 8:57 AM local time on 28 June 2025.
Photo: JFK SpottingEmirates A380 Lands with One Failed Engine
On June 28, 2025, Emirates flight EK203 (UAE8ER), an Airbus A380-800 registered as A6-EUW, experienced an engine shutdown while flying over the northeastern United States.
The aircraft was operating its scheduled service between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) when the incident occurred.
While under the supervision of Boston Center, air traffic control inquired whether the aircraft was still operating with three engines.
The flight crew confirmed that the number one engine — located on the far-left side of the aircraft — had been shut down.
Following this confirmation, New York Approach declared an emergency on behalf of the flight to ensure appropriate precautions and priority landing clearance.
Despite the loss of one engine, the crew maintained control of the aircraft and coordinated closely with ATC to manage descent, speed, and approach preparations.
The aircraft had approximately 24.8 tonnes (24,800 kilograms) of fuel remaining, equating to about one hour of flight time. A total of 450 people were onboard.
ATC Coordination and Safe Landing at JFK
Air traffic controllers collaborated efficiently across multiple centers, ensuring that EK203 was guided on the safest path to JFK.
The New York Approach provided continuous updates and cleared the aircraft for landing on runway 22L, the longest available option, per the crew’s request.
During approach preparations, ATC requested several unit conversions from the crew, such as fuel quantities in pounds and adjustments based on local pressure readings in inches of mercury.
The crew provided this data promptly, although some commentators later criticized the need for pilots to perform such conversions mid-flight rather than having ATC handle them.
Upon landing at 8:57 AM local time, emergency services stood by but were not needed. The aircraft taxied to the gate under its own power without further incident.
Aircraft Status and Grounding at JFK
Post-landing, the Emirates A380-800, A6-EUW, remained grounded at JFK Airport for inspection and necessary maintenance. The aircraft stayed on the ground until July 5, 2025, before resuming its journey to its base in Dubai on the same day.
The cause of the engine shutdown was not disclosed at the time of landing, and further investigations were likely initiated to determine the root cause. Emirates and airport authorities ensured that all safety protocols were followed during the aircraft’s stay at JFK.
Emirates Airbus A380 | Photo: Clément AlloingATC Communication and Observations
The full ATC transcript reveals the professionalism displayed by both pilots and controllers throughout the emergency situation.
Controllers ensured that emergency protocols were followed, clarified aircraft status, and provided navigational guidance.
However, there were noted lapses, including the lack of awareness by ATC personnel regarding the specific location of the number one engine on the A380, a critical detail in managing engine-related emergencies.
This prompted commentary on the need for enhanced training or reference tools for controllers in dealing with large, complex aircraft like the A380.
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