United Airlines Flight Diverted After Crew Reports 'Biohazard' Incident

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A United Airlines flight traveling from Houston to Boston was abruptly diverted to Washington Dulles International Airport on July 28 due to a reported "biohazard" situation that led to severe distress among passengers and crew.

The incident involved United Airlines flight UA2477, a Boeing 737-800, which was en route from George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston to Boston. According to reports from the New York Post, the flight was diverted to Dulles after crew members began experiencing severe nausea and vomiting, with passengers also reported to be in distress.

The situation was serious enough to prompt an emergency landing and a thorough "deep clean" of the aircraft upon arrival at Dulles Airport. Audio from the flight revealed the gravity of the situation: "I talked to the crew and it sounds like it's quite bad back there. The crew is vomiting, and passengers all around are asking for masks," one crew member was heard saying in the distress call.

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Despite the alarming circumstances, the plane landed safely at Dulles. Fortunately, no passengers or crew members required medical attention upon landing. The airline assured that the aircraft was undergoing a comprehensive deep clean to address the situation and minimize any potential health risks.

United Airlines stated, "The aircraft is currently undergoing a deep clean and we are working to get customers on their way to Boston soon." The incident underscores the airline's commitment to ensuring passenger safety and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

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