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American Airlines flight lands in Edinburgh after 'emergency onboard'

American Airlines flight lands in Edinburgh after 'emergency onboard'

Edinburgh Live16-06-2025
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A flight declared a medical emergency before landing in Edinburgh.
The incident happened on flight AAL278, which left Philadelphia International Airport at around 7.25pm on Saturday, June 14. While flying over Falkirk, the pilot declared a medical emergency.
The plane, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, landed safely in Edinburgh at around 6.50am on Sunday morning.
Paramedics were waiting for the individual. Their condition is not currently known.
An American Airlines spokesperson confirmed: "As per ATC request, a medical emergency was declared prior to landing yesterday morning.
"Flight landed without incident and was met by paramedics."
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