American Airlines flight evacuated landing gear problems at Denver airport
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Passengers are about to take off from an American airline aircraft on Saturday Denver International Airport Due to an issue with the plane’s landing gear.
The issue was reported because American Airlines Flight 3023 from Denver to Miami was still on the runway. The Denver Fire Department said it caused a fire after reacting to the aircraft.
All 173 passengers and six crew members on a Boeing 737 Max 8 were safely removed from the aircraft.
Five were evaluated but not transported for further treatment, while one was transported for medical procedures for minor injuries.
Passengers were evacuated Saturday from an American Airlines aircraft about to take off from Denver due to landing gear issues. (Arbanandsport/Nurphoto via Getty Images)
American Airlines It confirmed that the aircraft experienced maintenance issues with the tires and that the agency stopped service for inspection by the maintenance team.
“American Airlines Flight 3023 experienced mechanical issues during takeoff rolls at Denver International Airport (DEN),” the airline said in a statement from the FOX Business. “All customers and crews were safely depleted and the aircraft were serviced to be inspected by the maintenance team. We appreciate the professionalism of our team members and apologise to our customers for their experience.”
Evacuated passengers depart for Miami Exchanger According to the airline, it will be the second half of Saturday.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident.
Denver International Airport (RJ Sangosti/Medianews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images/Getty Images)
“American Airlines Flight 3023 reported the possibility of a landing gear incident on its departure from Denver International Airport on Saturday, July 26th at about 2:45pm,” the FAA said in a statement. “Passers are evacuated on the runway and taken to the terminal by bus.”
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According to FlightAware, approximately 90 flights at the airport were delayed from 2pm
The airport issued ground stops from 2pm to 3pm for all incoming flights that did not leave the departure airport. Airport operations have since resumed.
This is a developing story. Please check for updates.