Delta Flight Diverts After Cabin Pressure Issue Causes Passenger Injuries
A Delta Air Lines flight from Salt Lake City to Portland made an emergency landing due to a pressurization problem, leading to medical evaluations for some passengers.
- The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident, which occurred on September 15, 2024.
- Passengers reported severe ear pain, bleeding noses, and ruptured eardrums as the plane failed to pressurize above 10,000 feet.
- Emergency responders met the aircraft upon landing, identifying at least 10 passengers in need of medical attention.
- Delta confirmed that oxygen masks did not deploy during the incident and has since apologized to affected customers.
- The aircraft was taken out of service on Sunday but returned to operation the following day after technicians resolved the pressurization issue.
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