Passengers evacuate burning American Airlines flight

2025-03-14 01:54:00

Abstract: American Airlines flight caught fire in Colorado, prompting emergency evacuation. Passengers evacuated safely; no injuries reported. FAA investigating.

An American Airlines flight caught fire at an airport in Colorado, leading to an emergency evacuation of passengers onto the tarmac amidst thick smoke. Currently, there are no reports of injuries or fatalities.

Evacuation videos circulating online show passengers gathered on the wings of the commercial aircraft, with some holding luggage, and flames visible burning near the bottom of the plane. The situation was extremely urgent and required immediate action.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) stated that passengers safely evacuated using inflatable slides. The agency also declared that it will launch an investigation into the cause of the incident to determine the specific reasons for the fire.

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