On March 13, 2025, an American Airlines Boeing 737 suffered an engine fire after an emergency landing at Denver International Airport. This incident forced many passengers to evacuate by climbing out onto a wing and using emergency slides.
The Boeing 737-800 with registration N885NN, was operating Flight AA1006 from Colorado Springs to Dallas/Fort Worth, with 172 passengers and six crew members onboard.
Shortly after departure from Colorado Springs, the crew reported vibrations in the right-hand engine (CFM56). In response, the crew stopped the climb at around 16,000 feet and decided to divert to Denver International Airport, as reported by the Aviation Herald.
Flight AA1006 landed safely on Denver’s runway 16R at approximately 5:15 p.m. local time. However, while taxiing to the gate, the right-hand engine caught fire.
Evacuation and Injuries
Emergency services were promptly deployed, and all 178 occupants were evacuated using the aircraft’s emergency slides.
Dramatic footage captured passengers evacuating onto the wing of the aircraft as thick smoke billowed around them.
Twelve individuals sustained minor injuries and were transported to local hospitals; however, no serious injuries were reported.
Investigation, Airlines Response
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated an investigation into the cause of the engine fire. American Airlines expressed gratitude toward the crew and first responders for their swift actions, ensuring the safety of all on board.
“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,” stated an American Airlines Spokesperson.
A replacement Boeing 737-8 MAX, with registration N304RB, arrived in Dallas with a delay of approximately 7.5 hours.
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