A rejected takeoff (also called an aborted takeoff) occurs when a pilot decides to abort the takeoff after initiating the takeoff roll but before the aircraft has left the ground can be done for a range of reasons that become apparent after the pilot has applied the throttle (including engine failure). rejected takeoffs occur all the time (although only a few might be reported). Recently (in October 2024), a potential runway obstruction caused a Norse Atlantic Airways flight to abort takeoff.