After a bird strike caused an engine fire at the A320neo Spirit Airlines Airbus, it was quickly evacuated from Atlantic City International Airport (ACY/KACY).
The aircraft was registered N922NK and was flying flight NK3044 from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
The bird's ingestion caused the Pratt & Whitney PW1000G Geared turbofan to catch fire. Crew members had to order an evacuation with escape slides.
CHECK THIS: See passengers descend the emergency exit of their plane following the fire. https://t.co/CWYpXMhCeR pic.twitter.com/gJLkajU5KG The Lakewood Scoop (@LakewoodScoop) October 3, 2021
We are closely following the incident at @ACYAirport. The plane was evacuated safely and there were no injuries to the crew or passengers. The airport is now open. Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy), October 3, 2021
Spirit Airlines bussed over 100 passengers to the terminal, where they were issued a voucher and a refund.
