American Airlines jet wing catches fire during takeoff
On April 20th, 2023, an American Airlines Airbus A321 passenger jet, registered N980UY, was preparing for takeoff at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) in the United States. The 10-year-old aircraft was scheduled to depart at 7.20 p.m. (UTC) and was carrying 190 passengers and 6 crew members onboard for a three-hour flight to Dallas (DFW). Just minutes after leaving the gate, the plane’s right engine malfunctioned, resulting in flames coming from the wings. Firefighting services …