Engine Failure Believed to be the Main Cause
One passenger sustained injuries during the rescue operation. The aircraft has been sent for investigation following the incident. The flight was scheduled to depart from Denver International Airport on 26 July for Miami, but an emergency landing had to be performed during takeoff. The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the sudden fire in the landing gear. Preliminary investigations suggest engine failure as the primary cause. Videos of the incident are circulating on social media. Airport staff and local firefighters brought the fire under control. Viral videos show passengers jumping from the emergency exits of the plane on the runway amidst flames and thick smoke.
