Flight returns to Las Vegas airport after flames come from engine midair
Flight returns to Las Vegas airport after flames come from engine midair
American Airlines said 153 passengers and six crew members were on board when Flight 1665 returned to Las Vegas’ airport.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article is mostly accurate. The claim about the number of passengers and crew is verifiable. The article appears to be a straightforward report of the incident with minimal bias.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim:** American Airlines said 153 passengers and six crew members were on board when Flight 1665 returned to Las Vegas' airport.
- Verification Source #2: Mentions an American A321 at Las Vegas on 23 April with an engine shut down in flight. This supports the general event, but doesn't confirm the specific flight number or passenger count.
- Failure to cover:* The provided sources do not explicitly confirm the exact number of passengers and crew.
- Internal Knowledge:* While I cannot definitively confirm the exact numbers without additional sources, it is plausible for a commercial flight.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Verification Source #2: Supports the general event of an American Airlines flight experiencing engine trouble in Las Vegas.
- Lack of Coverage:* The specific flight number and passenger/crew count are not confirmed by the provided sources.