American Airlines Flight makes emergency landing in Las Vegas shortly after takeoff

Flight 1665- an Airbus A321, en route from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), returned to Las Vegas due to what the airline described as a “mechanical issue.”

While American Airlines said there was "no evidence of fire in the engine," several videos on online space showed dark smoke trailing the aircraft's right engine and visible sparks midair.

The aircraft carried 153 passengers and six crew members, as confirmed by American Airlines.

The specific aircraft model was initially undisclosed.

The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) acknowledged the incident, identifying Flight 1665 as an Airbus A321.

The aircraft carried 153 passengers and six crew members, as confirmed by American Airlines.

The specific aircraft model was initially undisclosed.

The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) acknowledged the incident, identifying Flight 1665 as an Airbus A321.