Passengers Safely Evacuate After American Airlines Jet Catches Fire

An American Airlines flight faced a frightening incident when a fire ignited while taxiing at Denver International Airport. Passengers were quickly evacuated onto the wing and safely landed on the tarmac without injuries, as authorities investigate the cause.

Passengers aboard an American Airlines flight had a harrowing experience as smoke and flames engulfed the aircraft on the tarmac at Denver International Airport. Fortunately, all 172 passengers and six crew members were evacuated without injury after the jet caught fire, which was reported to have been caused by an "engine-related issue."

The incident unfolded after the Boeing 737-800, which had taken off from Colorado Springs en route to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, diverted to Denver around 5:15 PM local time following reports of "engine vibrations" from the crew. The flight landed safely but ignited while taxiing.

Dramatic footage from the scene captured passengers on the wing of the plane, with some clutching personal items as flames could be seen near the base of the aircraft. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that passengers utilized inflatable slides to descend safely to the ground.

An investigation into the fire's precise cause is underway, as American Airlines expressed relief at the successful evacuation of everyone on board amidst the alarming turn of events. The airline assured its commitment to passenger safety while cooperating with regulatory inquiries.