Incident Description
Approximately one minute after takeoff, the flight crew observed left engine fire warning indications in the cockpit. The left engine power lever was retarded, and a turn towards the airport was initiated. The fire warning indications actuated intermittently until the crew shut down the engine and activated the engine fire extinguisher. An uneventful landing was performed.
Emergency Evacuation
After landing, ground personnel informed the captain of visible fire damage to the left engine. An emergency evacuation was subsequently performed.
Inspection Findings
An inspection of the left engine revealed a leak at the No. 7 fuel nozzle, which was the origin of the fire. A hole was burned in the diffuser case, which allowed hot gases to escape and contact oil lines. This resulted in extensive fire damage to the engine and cowling.