by ALEXX ALTMAN-DEVILBISS, The National News Desk

Fri, March 14th 2025 at 5:16 AM

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DENVER — Twelve people were injured Thursday when an American Airlines plane caught fire after landing at Denver International Airport.

Flight 1006 was headed to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport from Colorado Springs Airport when it was diverted to Denver around 5:15 p.m. after the crew reported engine vibrations, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

While taxiing to the gate, the engine of the Boeing 737-800 caught fire and passengers were evacuated from the plane using slides, the FAA added.

The 172 customers and six crew members were taken to the terminal, airline officials said in a statement.

Airport officials said the 12 people transported to the hospital had minor injuries.

Photos and videos of the incident showed passengers standing on a plane’s wing as smoke surrounded the aircraft and runway.

“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,” American Airlines said.