Frontier Airlines Flight Emergency: Person Struck on Runway During Takeoff
A Frontier Airlines flight departing from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles reportedly struck a person on the runway during takeoff. The Airbus A321 was in the process of taking off when it appeared to hit an individual walking on the runway, prompting the pilot to abort the takeoff. One passenger sustained a minor injury, and all passengers are undergoing evaluation as part of standard procedure after the evacuation.
The air traffic control recordings captured the pilot informing the tower about the emergency, stating that they had hit someone on the runway and had an engine fire. The pilot mentioned that there were 231 people on board and that an individual was walking across the runway. Subsequently, the pilot reported smoke on the aircraft and the need for an evacuation.
Passengers were evacuated on the runway and are currently being transported back to the terminal by bus. Fire crews were dispatched to the aircraft to address the engine fire. Authorities have not provided further details about the person on the runway or the circumstances surrounding the incident.
In conclusion, a Frontier Airlines flight departing from Denver International Airport encountered a runway incident where a person was struck during takeoff, leading to an emergency evacuation. The pilot reported hitting someone on the runway and an engine fire, resulting in the evacuation of passengers on the runway. Fire crews responded to extinguish the engine fire, and authorities are investigating the incident further.