An Air Canada regional flight traveling from Newark, New Jersey, to Halifax, Canada, was diverted to Boston after a pilot experienced a medical issue during the journey.
The aircraft, operating as Air Canada flight AC7664 through regional partner PAL Airlines, landed safely at Boston Logan International Airport after the first officer took control of the plane and decided to divert the flight.
Air Canada said the captain was removed from the cockpit following standard safety procedures and later received medical attention after landing in Boston. The airline confirmed that pilots are trained to safely operate and land an aircraft if one crew member becomes unavailable.
The flight was operated using a De Havilland Q400 turboprop aircraft and was carrying 61 passengers at the time of the diversion.
Some passengers described a sudden change during the flight that raised concerns among those onboard. One traveler told media outlets that the aircraft’s movement felt unusual and that the situation caused anxiety among passengers.
Airport officials confirmed the aircraft arrived without any safety issues and that the landing was completed normally.
The incident highlights the safety procedures airlines have in place to manage unexpected situations during flights, including situations where one pilot may no longer be able to continue operating the aircraft.
