Frontier Airlines jet bound for LAX hits person on runway in Denver, aviation source tells ABC News
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Key Points:
- A Frontier Airlines flight departing Denver International Airport for Los Angeles struck an individual walking on runway 17L, prompting an emergency response.
- The aircraft experienced an engine fire and smoke inside the cabin, leading pilots to stop on the runway and initiate an evacuation of all 231 passengers and crew.
- At least one passenger sustained minor injuries, and all onboard are being evaluated as part of standard post-evacuation procedures.
- Passengers were evacuated onto the runway and are being transported by bus to the terminals, while fire crews extinguished the engine fire.
- Authorities have not yet provided further details about the individual on the runway or the cause of the incident.
