Overview
- American Airlines flight AA719, which departed Rome Saturday, diverted to Dublin about three hours into the transatlantic trip after pilots declared a medical emergency.
- Reports say six of the nine cabin crew felt dizzy or unwell during cruise, prompting the decision to land for medical assistance.
- The airline told aviation media an 'unpleasant odour' was reported on board and Dublin paramedics attended the aircraft and examined a passenger and crew.
- The Boeing 787-9 landed safely but could not continue to Philadelphia because no replacement cabin crew was available, leaving passengers rebooked or given hotel accommodation.
- Authorities have not confirmed a cause and investigators will check cabin air, ventilation systems and other possible contamination sources, noting the 787's different air system as a point for technical inspection.