Las Vegas, NV (KXNT) – An American Airlines jet bound for Charlotte had to turn around and come back to Las Vegas after one of its engines caught fire.
AA flight 1665 had just departed Reid International Airport when smoke and flames could be seen coming from the right engine. The pilots quickly turned the plane around and landed without incident at Reid Airport.
The plane taxied back to the gate and all passengers deplaned without incident. No injuries were reported.
Officials from American Airlines issued a statement Wednesday morning saying flight 1665 had had a mechanical issue.
“American Airlines flight 1665 returned to Las Vegas (LAS) shortly after takeoff due to a mechanical issue. The aircraft taxied to the gate under its own power and customers deplaned normally. We appreciate the professionalism of our crew and thank our team who are working to get our customers to their destinations as quickly as possible.”