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Air Canada Flight Diverts to Boston After Pilot Medical Emergency
An Air Canada flight from Newark to Halifax made an emergency landing in Boston after the captain suffered a medical issue. The first officer took control and the aircraft landed safely with 61 passengers aboard.
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An Air Canada flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport diverted to Boston Logan International Airport after the captain experienced a medical emergency, officials said. The incident occurred on flight 7664, a twin-turboprop operated by PAL Airlines for Air Canada.
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The captain was removed from the flight deck according to safety protocols and taken by ambulance to Massachusetts General Hospital after landing. Emergency responders met the aircraft on the runway. The plane carried 61 customers. Air Canada stated that the first officer took control and the flight landed without further incident.
The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed the crew reported a pilot medical emergency. Massachusetts State Police and local fire and EMS crews responded at the airport. The aircraft was towed to a gate after landing. No additional details on the captain's condition were released.
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