Five people have been taken to the hospital after reports of fumes on an American Airlines flight from Orlando to Phoenix. Four flight attendants and one passenger were transported to a nearby hospital out of precaution.

Having reported an odor onboard, the aircraft diverted safely to Houston. This is the latest concerning incident amid a rise in reports of toxic fumes on commercial planes.

American Flight Diverts To Houston After Cabin Fumes

As first reported by KHOU 11, on Sunday, November 23, American Airlines Flight 2118 from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) was cruising over the Gulf of America when it reported a fume event. The flight was operated by a 10-year-old Airbus A321-200 (N139AN), which can seat up to 190 pa

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