Delta Air Lines on Monday, Feb. 24, 2025, encountered several harrowing minutes after a plane had to turn around due to smoke or haze in the cabin.
On Monday morning, Delta Flight 876 had to return to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport due to “haze” inside the aircraft.
The flight crew followed proper protocols, declared an emergency for priority handling from air traffic control, and turned back to Atlanta after noticing the haze.
Upon landing on Runway 27, emergency slides were deployed to help passengers exit quickly.
In a statement, Delta said 94 passengers were on board the Boeing 717, which had just departed for Columbia, South Carolina, when the haze was detected. The pilots declared an emergency to ensure priority assistance from air traffic controllers.
Once on the ground, emergency slides were used for a fast evacuation. Delta spokesperson Samantha Moore Facteau confirmed via email that two passengers were treated by EMTs.
“Nothing is more important than the safety of our customers and people,” the airline said, adding an apology to passengers for the experience.
The Boeing 717 was carrying 94 passengers, two pilots, and three flight attendants. The two passengers treated by EMTs were released after being evaluated. Delta provided ground transportation and rebooking for affected customers, and a new flight to Columbia was arranged on another aircraft.Attach
The two passengers treated by EMTs were released after being evaluated. Delta provided ground transportation and rebooking for affected customers, and a new flight to Columbia was arranged on another aircraft.
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