NTSB gathering details about Frontier Airlines evacuation after plane after hit pedestrian in Denver
Summary
A Frontier Airlines plane hitting and killing a pedestrian on the runway at Denver International Airport caused an emergency evacuation of passengers. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the incident, which happened during the plane’s takeoff to Los Angeles.Key Facts
- The incident occurred around 11:19 p.m. on Friday during takeoff at Denver International Airport.
- The pedestrian jumped a fence and crossed the runway before being struck by the plane.
- The pedestrian has not been identified and is not believed to be an airport employee.
- Passengers evacuated the aircraft using emergency slides and were taken to the terminal by emergency vehicles.
- Twelve passengers had minor injuries; five were taken to hospitals.
- Some passengers reported delays inside the plane with smoke filling the cabin and cold conditions on the tarmac after evacuation.
- The plane’s pilot reported the collision and an engine fire to air traffic control immediately.
- The NTSB is collecting information to decide if a full safety investigation is needed.
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