A Southwest Airlines plane was hit by gunfire while preparing for takeoff from Dallas Love Field Airport on Friday evening, according to a statement from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Flight 2494, a Boeing 737-800, was taxiing when the incident occurred near the cockpit at approximately 8:30 p.m. local time.

The aircraft promptly returned to the gate, allowing passengers to deplane safely. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported in connection with the incident, as confirmed by Dallas Love Field Airport on social media. The flight was scheduled to travel from Dallas, Texas, to Indianapolis, Indiana. The FAA is likely to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.