Airline employee dies on tarmac at AUS

AUSTIN (KXAN) — An American Airlines employee died Thursday at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, according to AUS officials.

“We are devastated by the accident involving a team member at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and our local team members. We are focused on ensuring that all involved have the support they need during this difficult time,” American Airlines said in a statement.

First responders arrived at the Austin airport shortly after 2 p.m. for a person with traumatic injuries on the tarmac, Austin-Travis County EMS said. ATCEMS later confirmed the person died at the scene.

The cause of death has not yet been announced.

AUS issued a statement regarding the incident. Read the full statement below.

This afternoon AUS was notified that Austin-Travis County EMS responded to an injured airline employee. The incident occured outside of the terminal where aircraft park at their gates. ATCEMS pronounced the employee decesed.

There are no significant impacts to airport operations at this time. AUS staff are working closely with the airline and emergency services personnel.

Our thoughts are with this employee and all those impacted by today's tragic event.

AUS officials

The Austin Police Department said it was "investigating a crash incident" at the airport and expects to hold a media briefing.