American Airlines plane catches fire at O’Hare Airport, passengers evacuated

An American Airlines flight bound for Miami caught fire on a runway at O'Hare International Airport Friday afternoon as it was taking off, officials said. American Airlines said the plane aborted takeoff due to an "engine-related mechanical issue," and the 161 passengers and 9 crew deplaned via a chute. No injuries were immediately reported but smoke and fire could be seen at the airport just after 2:30 p.m.