American Airlines A321 Emergency Return to Vegas After Engine Flames Reported

Engine Issue on Takeoff

• ✈️ American Airlines flight 1665 was cleared for takeoff from Las Vegas.
• ⚠️ Shortly after takeoff, the controller reported seeing flames coming out of the right engine.
• 🚨 The flight crew acknowledged the report and decided to return to Las Vegas.

Air Traffic Control Response

• 🗺️ The crew requested a left close traffic pattern for runway one left.
• 📞 Air traffic control provided vectors and confirmed the aircraft would maintain 4,000 feet.
• 🚦 The aircraft was issued a clearance to land on runway one left.

Emergency Services and Aircraft Status

• 🚒 Emergency services were on standby, holding short of the runway.
• 🧐 The crew of Red Dog 40 visually inspected the engine and reported no fire or smoke visible from the number two engine.
• ✅ Based on the visual inspection, the crew decided to return to the gate instead of proceeding with an immediate landing.