American airlines catch fire: On Thursday (March 13), a fire of American Airlines Flight 1006 caught fire at Denver International Airport in the US. The aircraft was to go to the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, but due to the engine problem, it was diverted to Denver. The aircraft was safely landing, but after standing at Gate C-38, smoke started to rise from the engine, which immediately removed the passengers.
According to the statement by airport officials and American Airlines, dense black smoke started to rise on the Turmac after the aircraft landed. At the time of the incident, 172 passengers and six crew members were in the flight. All were immediately taken out of the flight and taken to the terminal.
🚨 Breaking: American Airlines Plane Erupts In Flames at Denver Airport – Passengers Evacuate in Chaos
This isn’t normal.
🔥 an american airlines plane just caught fire at denver international airport.
🔥 passengers were forced to evacuate onto the wing as flames and thick smoke… pic.twitter.com/vwkum1b1RN
– Brian Allen (@Allenanalysis) March 14, 2025
American Airlines statement
American Airlines said, “We thank our crew members, Denver International Airport Team and Rescue Team for taking action at the right time, which ensured the safety of all passengers and crew members in the incident.”
Aircraft technical problem
According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), American Airlines aircraft 1006 was to go from Colorado Springs to Dalus Fort Worth International Airport, but due to the technical problem in the engine, it had to be diverted towards Denver Airport.
What did the passengers tell?
In the photographs released by CBS News, some passengers were seen standing on the wing of the aircraft, while the smoke was spread around the flight. However, there was no harm to any passenger or crew member. Airport officials immediately controlled the fire and the situation was controlled.
Future investigation and safety measures
After this incident, the technical reasons of the aircraft will be investigated. Airlines have said that it is reviewing the incident so that such incidents can be avoided in future.
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