Orlando Airport, Delta Plane Fire. People Evacuating/Smoke. Orlando, Florida

A dramatic scene unfolded at Orlando International Airport when a plane erupted in flames as it prepared for takeoff.

The plane, carrying 282 passengers and 12 crew members, was pushing back from the gate when the engine caught fire, prompting a swift evacuation.

Videos posted on social media showed passengers using escape slides to exit the aircraft safely.

There were no immediate reports of injuries, and the Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into the incident.