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JetBlue passengers hospitalized after emergency landing in Florida

A flight control issue caused JetBlue Flight 1230 to drop 100 feet in seven seconds, injuring 15 to 20 passengers who were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

  • At least 15 passengers from JetBlue flight 1230 were hospitalized following a sudden drop in altitude, prompting an emergency landing in Tampa, Fla.
  • JetBlue stated that the flight experienced a "drop in altitude" and a "flight control issue," leading to the diversion.
  • According to Vivian Shedd of Tampa Bay Fire Rescue, between 15 and 20 individuals were evaluated and transported to hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.
  • The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident, while JetBlue emphasized that customer safety is their top priority.
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JetBlue passengers were taken to the hospital after a sudden drop in altitude on a flight from Mexico forced an emergency landing in Florida on Thursday, according to officials. The flight from Cancun was traveling to Newark, New Jersey, when the altitude dropped. The Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement it is investigating. Airbus A320 was diverted to Tampa International Airport around 2 p.m., according to FAA. The airline did no…

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A flight by the American company JetBlue from Cancún to Newark experienced a sharp descent of 5,000 meters in just six minutes, causing panic on board. Fifteen passengers were injured and hospitalized. ...

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Washington Times broke the news in United States on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
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