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What caused the engine flames?

Seeing flames from an aircraft engine is alarming, but it doesn't always mean a catastrophic failure. Often, it's an 'engine surge' or 'compressor stall' where the airflow through the engine is disrupted, causing fuel to ignite outside the normal combustion chamber. Engineers will investigate the specific cause for QF122.

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