An American Airlines flight, a Boeing 737-800, en route from Colorado Springs to Dallas, was diverted to Denver International Airport due to engine vibrations. Upon landing, while taxiing to the gate, the aircraft caught fire, resulting in the evacuation of 172 passengers and 6 crew members. Passengers escaped using emergency slides, with video footage showing light to dark smoke and visible flames at the engine. Despite the chaotic scene, details on any injuries remain unconfirmed, and the incident is still being monitored by authorities.
An American Airlines plane diverted to Denver experienced engine vibrations and caught fire while taxiing, leading to the evacuation of 172 passengers and crew.
Upon landing safely, the Boeing 737-800, which had diverted from Colorado Springs to Dallas, faced an engine-related issue prompting its eventual evacuation.
Videos showed dramatic scenes with passenger evacuations via slides and black smoke pouring from the aircraft, highlighting the severity of the situation.
While the incident caused a significant fire near the left engine, details regarding any potential injuries are still unclear as the situation is developing.
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