NASHVILLE (KRON/CNN) — A Delta-operated SkyWest plane caught fire on the tarmac of Nashville International Airport Friday morning. The plane was heading to Cincinnati, Ohio, scheduled to depart at 6:34 a.m. local time.
The plane had just turned on its engine and had not yet reached the runway when the fire began, according to airport spokeswoman Shannon Sumrall.
No one was hurt but and the fire went out quickly, but not before a dramatic photo was taken showing flames shooting from the aircraft.
“The auxiliary power unit caught fire but when they turned the engine back off the fire extinguished itself and the plane was brought back to the gate and all passengers were de-boarded,” said Sumrall.
Delta issued a statement saying, “Prior to departure, SkyWest flight 4811, operating as Delta Connection, from Nashville to Cincinnati, experienced a brief flame upon engine startup, which immediately dissipated. There was no fire and no emergency was declared. Technicians are evaluating the CRJ-200 aircraft and we are working to help customers resume their travel as quickly as possible. The safety of our customers and SkyWest people is our top priority.”
There were 50 passengers and three crewmembers on the flight, according to the airline.
CNN’s Sheena Jones contributed to this report.