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5 Hospitalized After Fumes Force Flight to Phoenix to Divert to Houston
Five people were hospitalized as a precaution after American Airlines Flight 2118 reported fumes onboard and diverted to Houston, with the FAA launching an investigation.
- On Sunday, American Airlines Flight 2118 diverted to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, and five people were hospitalized after reported fumes onboard.
- Crew members reported fumes in the flight deck and cabin, prompting a diversion; the cockpit requested medical assistance, and the Federal Aviation Administration said it will investigate the odor's origin.
- The aircraft landed safely and taxied to the gate under its own power at Houston , and the flight continued on a replacement aircraft that departed shortly after, said American Airlines.
- Officials have not released updates on the condition of those taken to hospitals in Houston, and the Houston Fire Department declared the aircraft fire-safe after inspection.
- In a statement to FOX Local, American Airlines said, "We thank our team members for their professionalism and apologize to our customers for their experience," citing information from the Houston Fire Department.
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