An American Airlines flight diverted back to San Juan, Puerto Rico, after a passenger misinterpreted a text message they oversaw from their seat neighbor's phone and assumed it was a threat to the flight.

A nosy passenger forced an American Airlines flight to divert after misinterpreting a text message from another traveller. While some passengers were frustrated by the inconvenience, others argued that it is always better to report something suspicious than risk potential danger.

A fire on American Airlines Flight AA3023 during takeoff at Denver Airport prompted an emergency evacuation. Quick action ensured passenger safety.

The flight was inspected by law enforcement and eventually re-departed for Dallas around 9:40 a.m. local time on Thursday. For the latest travel news, updates and deals, subscribe to the daily TravelPulse newsletter. Topics From This Article to Explore American Airlines Airlines and Airports Puerto Rico Caribbean Naughty Passengers

Severe storms on Wednesday were blamed after American Airlines diverted at least 100 flights and said it was forced to cancel hundreds of other flights, which ran into Thursday's schedule as well.

The flight, bound for Las Vegas, plunged 475 feet from an altitude of 14,100 feet, according to flight tracking data

It’s been a busy month for diversions at Pittsburgh International Airport, with 70 in June alone and 285 in 2025 through July 14.