An American Airlines Boeing 737-800 plane caught fire at Denver International Airport in Colorado on Thursday. The aircraft was diverted to Denver shortly after departing from Colorado Springs. As the plane was taxiing to the gate, one of its engines caught fire, prompting an emergency evacuation of its passengers. The incident occurred at approximately 5:15 p.m. local time and sent smoke across the tarmac. There were 172 passengers and six crew members aboard American Airlines Flight 1006, which was originally traveling from Colorado Springs to Dallas. The crew reported engine vibrations, leading to the diversion about 20 minutes into the flight. The plane was in the air for about an hour before landing. All passengers evacuated with only minor injuries reported. American Airlines expressed gratitude to the crew, the Denver team, and first responders for prioritizing safety. The Federal Aviation Authority is investigating the incident. — news from ABC News
