Frontier Airlines Flight Involved in Incident with a Person on Denver Runway: ATC Audio Details
Frontier Airlines Flight Strikes Person on Denver Runway
A Frontier Airlines flight destined for Los Angeles reportedly collided with an individual walking on the runway at Denver International Airport on Friday night, as indicated by air traffic control recordings. The incident occurred during takeoff at approximately 10:15 p.m.
The recordings reveal that the pilot communicated an engine fire and smoke within the cabin before notifying air traffic control that the aircraft needed to be evacuated on the runway. Passengers were instructed to use emergency slides for evacuation, as stated by Frontier Airlines.
"We are investigating this incident and gathering more information in coordination with the airport and other safety authorities," the airline said in a statement. "We are deeply saddened by this event."
The Airbus A321 was carrying 224 passengers and seven crew members. Originally scheduled to arrive at Los Angeles International Airport at 12:16 a.m., the flight has since been rescheduled for Saturday morning.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more details emerge.
