Flame burst on plane wing at O'Hare Airport delays American Airlines flight

Wednesday, June 11, 2025
CHICAGO (WLS) -- An American Airlines flight at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago had to return to the gate after a brief engine issue.



A passenger on Flight 2537 to Tucson captured video showing a burst of flames and black smoke before takeoff on Tuesday.

American Airlines said it was likely a maintenance issue.

No fire was found in the engine.

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Passengers later departed on another plane.



No further information was available.

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