United Airlines Boeing 757-300 returns to Los Angeles due to mechanical issue

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A United Airlines Boeing 757-300 had to return to Los Angeles shortly after takeoff on December 31 due to a mechanical issue. The flight was headed to Hawaii with 226 passengers on board. A different aircraft was arranged for the passengers. This incident follows another recent diversion involving a United 757-300, which had to land in Albuquerque due to smoke in the cabin. United Airlines has experienced several minor issues with its aging 757 fleet in recent months. United plans to phase out its Boeing 757s, which average over 20 years old, in favor of newer Airbus A321XLR planes. The first A321XLR is expected to join the fleet in 2025.


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