American Airlines Boeing-737 Airplane Catches Fire at Denver Airport
Dimitris Moukas
12 passengers suffered minor injuries
Denver Fire Department reported twelve passengers suffered minor injuries and were transported to local hospitals. Passengers stood on the wing of an American Airlines Boeing 737 plane after an engine caught fire at Denver Airport Thursday evening.
The incident forced an emergency evacuation and sent thick black smoke into the air.
American Airlines Plane Fire
American Airlines Flight AA1006 from Colorado Springs (COS) to Dallas with 172 passengers and six crew members diverted to Denver around 5:15 p.m. after the crew reported “engine vibrations,” according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
The fire erupted after landing while the aircraft taxied to gate C38. Denver Fire Department reported twelve passengers suffered minor injuries and were transported to local hospitals.
“Engine-related issue”
American Airlines confirmed the plane experienced an “engine-related issue” after landing and taxiing. “We thank our crew members, DEN team,, and first responders for their quick and decisive action with the safety of everyone on board and on the ground as the priority,” the airline stated.
Airport officials confirmed the fire was extinguished, and all passengers were evacuated. The FAA has launched an investigation into the incident.
Quick Emergency Response
Ground crews quickly contained the fire on American Airlines Flight 1006 at Denver International Airport, as captured in passenger video footage. As airport firefighters suppressed the blaze, the bright orange flames and black smoke transitioned to a misty white haze.
American Airlines confirmed they dispatched a replacement aircraft and crew to Denver to help stranded passengers continue their journey to Dallas.
Similar Incident
In July 2024, Passengers evacuated an American Airlines plane at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) when a fire erupted inside the cabin. Fire officials confirmed the blaze was extinguished, with three people suffering minor injuries.
American Airlines Flight 2045, scheduled to depart for Miami at 1:05 pm, experienced an emergency while passengers were boarding. Staff reported seeing smoke inside the cabin, prompting airport authorities to respond immediately. One person sustained injuries while using an evacuation slide.
