Engine Failure After Takeoff: What Could Have Been Done Differently? Imagine this: You’re just off the ground, feeling the excitement of flight, when suddenly—your engine cuts out. In this clip, we see a pilot face that very situation, with the engine failing shortly after takeoff. The result is a hard landing, with the undercarriage completely breaking off on impact. While we don’t have all the facts, it’s a powerful reminder of how quickly things can change in the air. Engine failures on takeo