URGENT UPDATE: A Delta Air Lines flight was forced to turn back to Los Angeles after an “unpleasant odor” was detected mid-flight. Flight 2311, carrying 189 passengers, departed from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) on the evening of October 18.
Shortly after takeoff, an alarming smell prompted the crew to adhere to safety protocols and return to LAX. Delta’s spokesperson stated,
“As nothing is more important than the safety of our customers and crew, our team followed standard procedures to safely return to Los Angeles after an unpleasant odor was detected onboard. We apologize to our customers for the delay in their travels.”
Initial reports indicated that the odor originated from a spoiled food item brought on by a passenger, not from any of Delta’s in-flight services.
The flight eventually took off again for Salt Lake City after a delay of several hours. According to FlightAware, it landed safely, and passengers deplaned without incident.
This incident highlights the airline’s commitment to safety and customer service, as the crew acted promptly to address the situation. Passengers can expect further updates from Delta as they work to ensure a smooth travel experience.
Stay tuned for more developments on this situation as we gather additional information.
