Delta Flight Diverted to Boston After Lightning Strike

A Delta Airlines flight traveling from Boston to Rome was struck by lightning on Sunday, necessitating an immediate return to Boston Logan International Airport. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff, leading the crew to report the strike as a precautionary measure.

Delta and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that the Airbus A330, the aircraft involved, landed safely back in Boston at 7:20 p.m. ET without any further issues. The airline confidently reassured passengers that the diversion was made "out of an abundance of caution" and expressed sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused.

Delta is working to rebook travelers and get them to their destinations swiftly. The FAA stated it would investigate the incident, emphasizing that commercial aircraft are designed to endure lightning strikes safely. The regulations ensure aircraft can handle such events to protect passengers and crew.

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