Unruly passenger prompts JFK-Chicago flight to divert to Detroit, FBI-led response
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An American Airlines flight from JFK to Chicago was diverted to Detroit after an unruly passenger threatened the crew. FBI and local authorities responded, the disruptive passenger was removed, and passengers were bused to the terminal for a later flight to Chicago; the incident extended the trip and caused a lengthy delay, though travelers reported feeling safe overall.
Topics:business#american-airlines#detroit-metro-airport#flight-diversion#local#ohare-international-airport#unruly-passenger
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