International

A plane engine fire caused delays at John F. Kennedy airport Thursday night, officials said.

A representative for the Port Authority confirmed an Argentina Airlines flight 1301 bound for Buenos Aires experienced a small engine fire around 11 p.m. just prior to takeoff.

By the time Emergency Service crews responded, the flames were already out, according to the spokesperson.

Passengers did not need to be evacuated and there have been no reported injuries.

The plane was escorted back to the gate, the spokesperson said.

There is no word yet on the cause of the blaze.