British Airways Burst Into Flames On The Runway In Las Vegas
British airways aircraft burst into flames due to engine failure on the runway in Las Vegas moments before take off on Tuesday.There were 159 passengers and 13 crew members on board at the time.
According to preliminary information;
The plane experienced a left engine fire on takeoff, said Ian Gregor, a spokesman for the Federal Aviation Administration’s Pacific Division.
The pilot is heard calling ‘mayday’ and asking for ‘heavy fire services’ in a recorded transmission from air traffic control.
One runway was shut but flights continued to depart on remaining runways as paramedics treated those caught up in the fire.
Fourteen people were taken to the hospital for treatment were some were hurt as the evacuated the aircraft. Firefighters assisted in putting off the fire.Thank God no life was lost.