New Delhi: Six passengers aboard Swiss Delhi-Zurich flight LX 147 have been hospitalized after all on board the plane had to be evacuated using emergency slides on the IGIA runway on Sunday morning. The Airbus A330 was taking off at around 1.08 am when its engine number one failed and then caught fire. The crew abandoned takeoff and decided to evacuate the aircraft on Runway 28, carrying 232 passengers, including four infants, and crew members. Six passengers suffered injuries and were taken to Medanta Hospital.According to flight tracking site Flightradar24, the plane was traveling at a speed of 104 knots when the engine failed and the crew abandoned the flight. Runway 28 has been closed for use until the aircraft is removed.“We are aware of an incident involving flight LX147 over Delhi. The aircraft involved is an Airbus A330 (HB-JHK). SWISS has established a task force. There were 228 passengers and 4 infants on board the aircraft. Shortly after take-off, shortly after 1 am local time in India, a problem occurred with one of the engines. The crew rejected takeoff and after assessing the situation evacuated the aircraft as a precaution. “Decided,” SWISS said in a statement.“Six passengers are currently receiving medical attention, the crew were unharmed. All passengers and crew evacuated the aircraft via emergency slides. Six passengers are currently undergoing medical evaluation. Stairs were provided for some who were unable to use the slides.”“Passengers are currently being assisted. Local teams are working intensively to arrange rebooking or hotel accommodation for our passengers. They have received contact cards to ensure we can reach them reliably. Such a situation is stressful for everyone involved. Our local teams are looking after our passengers on site and are in direct contact with them. “We are working closely with local authorities.”“We are fully committed to understanding what caused this incident. Swiss technical experts will travel to Delhi to inspect the aircraft and take next steps. At the same time, we are working intensively to find a quick and appropriate onward travel solution for all passengers. The safety of our passengers and our crew is always our top priority,” the statement said.