A Frontier Airlines flight to Los Angeles struck and killed a pedestrian on a runway during takeoff at Denver International Airport. The pilot reported hitting an individual walking on the runway and subsequently experienced an engine fire and smoke inside the aircraft, leading to an immediate aborted takeoff. Passengers were safely evacuated via slides onto the runway, and emergency crews extinguished the engine fire. The incident is currently under investigation by airport and safety authorities.
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Amidst the government shutdown, a controversial video featuring Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the shutdown is causing a stir. Denver International Airport, along with many other major airports, has refused to play the video at security checkpoints due to its partisan nature. Rep. Lauren Boebert criticized DIA’s decision, demanding action from the Department of Transportation, however, a spokesperson from DIA stated that the airport did not have the capability to play the video. Experts have noted that the video appears to violate the Hatch Act, which prohibits executive branch employees from using government resources for partisan political activities.
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