An American Airlines flight from Colorado Springs to Dallas Fort Worth diverted to Denver after encountering engine vibrations. Upon landing at Denver International Airport, the Boeing 737-800 caught fire while taxiing to the gate, prompting an emergency evacuation via slides. Twelve individuals suffered minor injuries and were hospitalized. American Airlines praised the crew and first responders for their swift actions, while the FAA announced an investigation into the incident amid rising concerns about aviation safety following recent accidents.
All of the people transported to hospitals had minor injuries, according to a post on the social platform X by Denver International Airport.
Photos and videos posted by news outlets showed passengers standing on a plane's wing as smoke surrounded the aircraft.
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