dailyloe.com – The FBI launched an investigation Sunday after a disruptive passenger forced a flight to divert. American Airlines Flight 2819 landed safely at Detroit Metro Airport. Law enforcement and medical personnel met the aircraft upon arrival.
The flight originated from New York’s JFK airport bound for Chicago. It diverted to Detroit Metro Airport in Romulus, Michigan. The incident prompted a response from the FBI’s Detroit field office.
Authorities have confirmed there is no current threat to the public. The disruptive customer was deplaned by officials at the airport. The airline commended its crew for their professional handling of the situation.
Flight tracking data shows the plane left New York at 8:59 a.m. It landed in Detroit at 11:08 a.m. after the mid-air disturbance necessitated the diversion.
The aircraft was scheduled to continue to Chicago O’Hare later Sunday. American Airlines apologized for the inconvenience to other passengers. The flight was expected to depart Detroit at 5:56 p.m.
Local news crews were dispatched to report from the airport scene. The Wayne County Airport Authority identified the involved carrier. Investigations into such incidents are standard for security purposes.[]
Source: ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4
