American Airlines Flight Diverted After In-Cabin Smoke

What Happened?

An American Airlines flight from Boston to Rochester was diverted to Syracuse Hancock International Airport on Wednesday afternoon due to smoke in the cabin.

The flight landed safely around 3:20 p.m., and passengers were evacuated.

There were no reports of injuries.

What Caused the Smoke?

The cause of the smoke is still under investigation.

However, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that someone used pepper spray on the plane.

The FAA is investigating the incident.

What Happens Next?

American Airlines is working to accommodate passengers who were on the diverted flight.

The airline has not yet announced when the flight will resume.

Passengers with questions about their flights can contact American Airlines customer service.