BA Flight 2276 fire: Video shows the moment British Airways flight burst into flames ahead of take-off
2 passengers were injured as the Boeing 777 suffered engine failure before take-off at McCarren international airport, Las Vegas.
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.A British Airways flight bound for London from Las Vegas burst into flames as it prepared for take-off, forcing an emergency evacuation of 159 passengers and 13 crew members.
Footage of the scene was captured by passengers from the plane and in other parts of the airport of the thick black smoke rising into the air from the engines.
Subscribe to Independent Premium to bookmark this article
Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Premium subscription today.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments