American Airlines 737 Lands In Denver With Engine Trouble—Fire Erupts, 12 Hospitalized – View from the Wing

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American Airlines flight 1006 from Colorado Springs to Dallas – Fort Worth diverted to Denver due to abnormal engine vibrations during its climb out, “cruising slower than normal.”

When it landed and proceeded to gate C38 around 5 p.m., the right engine caught fire and thick black smoke surrounded the aircraft. Emergency slides were deployed and all 172 passengers and six crewmembers were evacuated from the full Boeing 737.

Initial reports indicated that no injuries occurred, however 12 passengers transported to area hospitals for minor treatment.

According to American Airlines,

After landing safely and taxiing to the gate at Denver International Airport (DEN), American Airlines Flight 1006 experienced an engine-related issue. The 172 customers and six crew members deplaned and are being relocated to the terminal. 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.

Air traffic control recordings reveal that even before landing, the pilot had communicated the engine issue as “not an emergency.” As the aircraft arrived, “Mayday” calls were transmitted confirming the engine fire. While it initially appeared that the engine problem was manageable, that turned out.. not to be the case.

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