Passengers ran from a US Airways flight that was forced to abort take-off on its way from Philadelphia to Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Thursday evening.
US Airways flight #1702 was leaving from Philadelphia International Airport when the aircraft experienced a mechanical failure, according to airline officials.
Passengers on the flight told NBC10's Chris Cato that they believe the front wheel of the aircraft blew out, forcing the nose of the plane into the ground.
Emergency crews were able to evacuate the plane safely through traditional and emergency exits. Passengers are being housed at Terminal A, according to an airport spokesperson.
One person on the grounded flight suffered minor injuries in the emergency. That person has been treated and released.
At the time of the emergency evacuation, 149 passengers were aboard the A320 Airbus, according to airport officials.
Flights were temporarily grounded, but most flight operations have resumed.
Passengers on the aborted flight will be put onto a later flight to Fort Lauderdale, according to airport officials.
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