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American Airlines Flight Evacuated After Engine Fire at Denver Airport
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An American Airlines flight carrying over 175 people was evacuated at Denver International Airport on Thursday, March 13, after an engine caught fire, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed.
Flight AA1006, which had departed from Colorado Springs Airport, was forced to make an emergency landing in Denver after the crew reported engine vibrations. The FAA stated that the Boeing 737-800 landed safely at 5:15 p.m. local time but caught fire while taxiing to the gate.
“After landing and while taxiing to the gate, an engine caught fire, and passengers evacuated the aircraft using the slides,” the FAA’s statement read. Photos from the scene showed some passengers exiting onto the plane’s wings.
No Injuries Reported
The aircraft initially took off from Colorado Springs at 4:37 p.m. and was en route to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Denver International Airport confirmed to FOX31 that visible smoke was seen coming from the plane while it was at gate C38. Fortunately, as of 6:15 p.m., there were no reported injuries, and the fire was extinguished.
American Airlines released a statement, confirming that all 172 passengers and six crew members deplaned safely and were relocated to the terminal.
“We thank our crew members, DEN team, and first responders for their quick and decisive action with the safety of everyone on board and on the ground as the priority,” the airline said.
Incident Caught on Video
One Denver airport passenger shared footage of the fire on Instagram, writing, “Fire at @denairport on @americanair unbelievable! Ground crews worked fast and got it out quick. Saw passengers flee through the smoke.”
The FAA has launched an investigation into the incident.
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