American Airlines Pilot Says Unruly Passenger Bit Fellow Flyer Before Landing In Philadelphia

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American Airlines is clarifying reports surrounding a disruptive onboard incident that unfolded shortly before one of its regional flights landed in Philadelphia. Initial air traffic control recordings suggested that a passenger had bitten another traveler and attempted to fight people onboard, prompting the flight crew to request police assistance upon arrival. However, the airline later stated that the passenger was suffering from a medical emergency that caused involuntary aggressive behavior.

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