NEW YORK — A Delta Air Lines transcontinental flight from Los Angeles declared an emergency early Friday morning while on approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) due to an in-flight medical situation.
Delta flight DL960, operated by a Boeing 767-300ER with registration N177DN, departed Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on Thursday at 9:30 p.m. PST. As the aircraft began its descent toward New York, the flight crew transmitted transponder code 7700 (the international aviation signal for a general emergency) to secure priority landing clearance from air traffic control.
During the descent, cabin crew members made an announcement requesting assistance from any medical professionals on board to help tend to the passenger.
Priority handling allowed the flight to expedite its arrival into New York, with touchdown at JFK expected before 6:00 a.m. local time. Emergency medical personnel typically meet flights declaring medical emergencies at the gate or on the tarmac immediately upon arrival.
No further details regarding the nature of the medical situation or the condition of the passenger have been released.
