Flight returns to JFK Airport due to disruptive passenger

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AP New York
Last Updated : Sep 14 2016 | 2:02 PM IST
An American Airlines flight returned to John F Kennedy Airport shortly after takeoff due to a disruptive passenger experiencing a possible medical issue.
Airline spokesman Kent Powell says American Airlines Flight 83 bound for Los Angeles had taken off from New York about 6:30 PM yesterday when a passenger became disruptive and was not following instructions.
Powell says the passenger didn't hurt anyone, but the crew decided the best course of action was to return to New York.
The Airbus A321 carrying 97 passengers and a crew of eight landed at JFK Airport about 45 minutes later. Powell says the passenger was taken off the plane to be evaluated. The flight refueled and later departed.

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First Published: Sep 14 2016 | 2:02 PM IST