An American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) flight was compelled to evacuate at Denver International Airport following an engine fire, which resulted in minor injuries to a dozen passengers.
What Happened: American Airlines Flight 1006, a Boeing 737-800 ferrying 172 passengers and six crew members, was diverted to Denver due to engine vibrations. Post landing, one of the engines ignited, leading to thick black smoke engulfing the air, according to a CNN report on Friday.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) revealed that the crew had reported engine vibrations and the situation worsened after landing. The fire was finally put out and all passengers were safely evacuated, some using a slide. The Denver Fire Department confirmed that twelve passengers were hospitalized with minor injuries.
In a statement, American Airlines expressed gratitude to the crew members and DEN [Denver International Airport] team and commended first responders for their quick and decisive actions and is sending a replacement aircraft and crew to Denver to assist customers in continuing their journey to Dallas. The flight originated in Colorado Springs.
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In January, American Airlines Flight 5342 collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk Helicopter, killing all 64 passengers and crew members while landing at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Price Action: AAL stock plunged over 33% during the past 12 months to close at $10.67 on Thursday, as per BenzingaPro
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