American Airlines plane catches fire on O’Hare runway
662 views · Published 28 October 2016 · 2:48 · Indexed 17 October 2026
Channel: Real Thing TV · 2016 · News & Politics
An American Airlines flight was forced to abort its takeoff at O'Hare Airport due to a mechanical issue before part of the plane caught fire Friday afternoon, forcing the passengers and crew to evacuate by the emergency chutes. American Airlines said the plane aborted takeoff due to an "engine-related mechanical issue," and the 161 passengers and nine crew deplaned on the runway. Seven passengers and one flight attendant reported minor injuries and were transported local hospitals, the company said. Bound for Miami, American Airlines flight 383 aborted takeoff around 2:35 p.m., according to the FAA. At least six ambulances were called to the scene as thick black smoke and flames could be seen coming from the airplane.
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