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Asiana Air Engine Shut down


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What: Asiana Airlines Boeing 777-200 en route from Los Angeles,CA to Seoul South Korea
Where: Anchorage
When: Dec 26th 2009
Who: undisclosed
Why: While en route, undisclosed engine problems caused the pilot to choose to shut down and engine and divert to Anchorage. On landing, the plane was towed to the gate. No indication is provided on when alternative travel accommodations were provided for passengers.

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