Passengers aboard an American Airlines flight were forced to evacuate onto the tarmac as flames erupted from the plane soon after landing at Denver International Airport.
Passengers Safely Evacuated from American Airlines Jet After Blaze Erupts
Passengers Safely Evacuated from American Airlines Jet After Blaze Erupts
A dramatic evacuation took place at Denver International Airport as passengers escaped a burning American Airlines plane without reported injuries.
In a startling incident, an American Airlines flight experienced a fire after diverting to Denver, forcing all 178 individuals aboard to evacuate onto the tarmac. Eyewitness footage displayed passengers on the wing of the Boeing 737-800, some clutching their belongings, while smoke and flames enveloped parts of the aircraft. Fortunately, no injuries were reported following the chaos.
According to officials from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the plane was en route from Colorado Springs to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport when it experienced "engine vibrations" leading to the diversion. The alert crew managed to land the flight safely, only for the aircraft to catch fire while taxiing on the tarmac around 5:15 PM local time.
In the wake of the incident, American Airlines confirmed that all 172 passengers and 6 crew members were safely evacuated, aided by inflatable slides deployed during the emergency. The FAA announced it would launch an investigation into the cause of the fire, attributed to an "engine-related issue" on the jetliner.
As scrutiny builds on aviation safety, this incident serves as a reminder of potential risks involved in air travel. Fortunately, rapid actions by the crew and emergency protocols ensured that everyone escaped unharmed.
The investigation will look into the details surrounding the engine malfunctions and possible preventative measures for the future, highlighting the continuous need for maintaining safety in the aviation sector.
According to officials from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the plane was en route from Colorado Springs to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport when it experienced "engine vibrations" leading to the diversion. The alert crew managed to land the flight safely, only for the aircraft to catch fire while taxiing on the tarmac around 5:15 PM local time.
In the wake of the incident, American Airlines confirmed that all 172 passengers and 6 crew members were safely evacuated, aided by inflatable slides deployed during the emergency. The FAA announced it would launch an investigation into the cause of the fire, attributed to an "engine-related issue" on the jetliner.
As scrutiny builds on aviation safety, this incident serves as a reminder of potential risks involved in air travel. Fortunately, rapid actions by the crew and emergency protocols ensured that everyone escaped unharmed.
The investigation will look into the details surrounding the engine malfunctions and possible preventative measures for the future, highlighting the continuous need for maintaining safety in the aviation sector.
