Archive · 26 Jun 2025
American Airlines Flight Returns to Vegas After Engine Fire
An American Airlines plane traveling from Las Vegas to Charlotte had to make an emergency landing back in Las Vegas.
Shortly after takeoff, the plane's engine caught fire, causing smoke and flames.
The plane landed safely, and everyone onboard was unharmed.
Aviation authorities will investigate what caused the engine problem.
American Airlines Flight 1665 made an emergency landing in Las Vegas due to an engine issue.
Flames and smoke were observed coming from the aircraft's right engine shortly after takeoff.
The Airbus A321 was en route to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
The aircraft carried 153 passengers and 6 crew members.
The FAA and American Airlines will investigate the incident.
- Who
- American Airlines flight 1665, an Airbus A321, carrying 153 passengers and 6 crew members.
- What
- American Airlines flight 1665 made an emergency landing due to an engine issue.
- When
- Wednesday, June 25, around 8:20 a.m. local time.
- Where
- Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas.
- Why
- Due to a mechanical issue with one of its engines.
- Airline
- American Airlines
- Flight Number
- 1665
- Aircraft
- Airbus A321
- Departure Airport
- Harry Reid International Airport
- Arrival Airport
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport
- Passengers/Crew
- 153 passengers, 6 crew members
- Incident
- Engine mechanical issue
