7 Hospitalized at Charlotte Airport After ‘Odor’ Reported on American Airlines Plane

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina — Seven people were hospitalized after reporting “inhalation symptoms” tied to an unidentified odor coming from an American Airlines aircraft at Charlotte Douglas International Airport on June 27, officials confirmed.

Odor detected before boarding; aircraft pulled from service

According to Mecklenburg EMS (Medic), the incident occurred shortly before 9 p.m., when an odor was reported inside Flight 2055, which was preparing to depart for Los Angeles on an Airbus A321. The odor was noticed before passengers boarded.

All seven individuals affected — including six crew members and one gate agent — were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries and are expected to recover.

A spokesperson from American Airlines confirmed that the aircraft was taken out of service for further inspection by the airline’s maintenance team.

Jet fuel smell suspected; no hazardous levels detected

Initial reports from WCCB Charlotte indicated a possible jet fuel odor, although emergency crews did not detect elevated levels of any hazardous substances. The FAA and airline safety personnel are investigating the source of the incident.

Flight canceled amid tech issues and weather delays

American Airlines confirmed that Flight 2055 was canceled. The odor-related emergency came on the same day the airline was dealing with broader systemwide delays. According to WCNC, more than 731 flights were delayed and 132 canceled at Charlotte Douglas that night.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) also issued a temporary ground stop from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. due to storms in the region.

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