American Airlines Flight Evacuated After Engine Fire at Denver Airport

Passengers safely deplaned onto the wing and via slides after the Boeing 737-800 experienced an engine fire while taxiing to the gate.

American Airlines Flight 1006, traveling from Colorado Springs to Dallas, was diverted to Denver International Airport after reporting engine vibrations.
The Boeing 737-800 landed safely but experienced an engine fire while taxiing to gate C38, prompting an evacuation of all 172 passengers and six crew members.
Passengers evacuated using emergency slides and stood on the plane's wing as thick smoke billowed from the aircraft; no injuries were reported.
Emergency responders quickly extinguished the fire, and all passengers were relocated to the terminal safely.
The FAA has launched an investigation into the incident, which follows other recent aviation safety concerns in the U.S.