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Robert Griffin III escapes Houston airplane fire scare unharmed

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:52 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Robert Griffin III escapes Houston airplane fire scare unharmed

Summary

Robert Griffin III reported he is safe after a United Airlines aircraft engine caught fire shortly after takeoff from Houston on June 20, 2026. The flight, carrying 267 passengers and 13 crew members, was bound for Munich, Germany, but safely returned to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Griffin described the ordeal on social media, highlighting the 15 loud bangs heard before the pilots managed to land the plane without injuries. He expressed gratitude for the safe outcome and shared his continued work as a color commentator for Fox Sports following his departure from ESPN.

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•Robert Griffin III reported engine fire shortly after takeoff.
•The flight returned safely to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
•267 passengers and 13 crew members were on board.
•Griffin expressed relief over the safe outcome on social media.
•He is preparing for a second year as a Fox Sports commentator.

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5:52 PMYahoo Sports — “That’s Terrifying”: NFL World Relieved After Robert Griffin III Escapes Houston Airplane Fire Scare

What they're saying

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Robert Griffin III said he was safe after an aircraft’s engine caught fire shortly after takeoff in Houston on Friday. There were reportedly 267 passengers and 13 crew members on board United Airlines Flight 102 bound for Munich, Germany, as it safely returned to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
— Yahoo Sports

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