An engine fire broke out on an American Airlines plane upon its arrival at Denver International Airport on Thursday evening, according to officials. American Airlines Flight 1006, originally headed from Colorado Springs to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, was redirected to Denver. The Boeing 737-800 aircraft landed safely at approximately 5:15 p.m. local time after the crew reported engine vibrations, as stated by the Federal Aviation Administration. During taxiing to the gate, the engine caught fire, prompting the evacuation of passengers using the slides, as confirmed by the FAA. American Airlines described the incident as an “engine-related issue” but did not provide further details. The flight was carrying 172 passengers and six crew members, with no injuries reported. Footage shared on social media captures the plane surrounded by smoke at the gate, while passengers are seen evacuating onto a wing. Another video shows ground crew members attempting to extinguish the fire. American Airlines expressed gratitude towards the crew, Denver airport staff, and emergency responders for their swift and effective response, emphasizing the safety of all individuals involved. The FAA will conduct an investigation into the incident.
