American Airlines flight forced to divert after crew reports ‘oven issue’

An “oven issue” forced an American Airlines flight from Phoenix to Miami to divert to Tucson, Arizona, on Monday.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the crew reported the issue after departing Phoenix Sky Harbor International at 12.15pm local time.

Galley ovens on aircraft are usually compact convection or steam ovens designed to reheat pre-cooked meals.

The FAA is investigating the incident.

It said in a statement: “American Airlines Flight 1429 landed safely at Tucson International Airport in Arizona around 1:30 p.m. local time on Monday, April 13, after the crew reported an oven issue.

“The flight departed from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and was travelling to Miami International Airport. The FAA will investigate.”

The flight landed safely at Tucson airport with no reported injuries from passengers and crew.

An American Airlines spokesperson told Newsweek, “Out of an abundance of caution, the flight diverted to Tucson.

“The aircraft landed safely and without incident. We apologise to our customers for the inconvenience and thank our team members for their professionalism.”

They added that no evidence of a fire was found during an inspection of the aircraft.

The aircraft continued to Miami, Florida, at 3.17pm, landing shortly before 10pm.

The Independent has contacted American Airlines for comment.

Earlier this month, a flight from London made an unscheduled landing in Brussels after an unusual smell was detected in the cabin’s kitchen area.

Swiss International Air Lines flight LX325 departed London Heathrow airport at 5.42pm for an almost hour-and-a-half flight to Zurich, Switzerland, on Monday, 6 April.

Just half an hour into the flight while travelling over Belgium, the flight crew transmitted a Squawk 7700 code, then made a U-turn and diverted its course north to Brussels.

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