American Airlines plane catches fire at Denver International Airport, passengers forced to stand on wing as they evacuate

An American Airlines plane suddenly burst into flames at Denver International Airport on Thursday night — forcing evacuating passengers onto the wing of the aircraft as thick black smoke consumed the tarmac.No injuries were reported after the frightening fire erupted on the passenger plane that was parked at Gate C38 of the Colorado airport, officials told KDVR.“Passengers were evacuated and the slides were deployed,” the airport said.Videos shared on social media shows flames and smoke consuming the aircraft as airport crews worked to extinguish the frightening blaze.Another video from inside the airport also showed passengers standing on the wing of the aircraft as smoke billowed.It’s not clear how the fire started.The Denver Airport and the FAA did not immediately respond to The Post’s request for comment.This is a breaking story.Please check back for updates....

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Publisher: New York Post

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