Dozens of passengers were forced to stand on the wing of an American Airlines plane at Denver International Airport as they evacuated the aircraft after one of its engines caught fire, sending thick black smoke billowing into the air. CNN Transportation Analyst Mary Schiavo explains why this was the safest option.  #CNN #News

Dozens of passengers were forced to stand on the wing of an American Airlines plane at Denver International Airport as they evacuated the aircraft after one of its engines caught fire, sending thick black smoke billowing into the air. CNN Transportation Analyst Mary Schiavo explains why this was the safest option. #CNN #News

Expert explains why plane passengers had to walk on plane's wing

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Expert explains why plane passengers had to walk on plane's wing

Expert explains why plane passengers had to walk on plane's wing