FBI responds after Chicago-bound American Airlines flight diverted to Detroit, officials say
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Key Points:
- American Airlines flight 2819 from New York JFK to Chicago O'Hare was diverted to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport due to a reported disturbance onboard.
- Wayne County Airport Authority Police and FBI personnel responded to the incident at Detroit airport to investigate.
- Officials confirmed there was no ongoing threat to the public following the disturbance.
- The disruptive passenger was removed from the aircraft, and the flight landed safely with law enforcement and medical personnel present.
- American Airlines thanked customers for their patience and praised the crew's professionalism; the situation remains under investigation.
