united flight diverted to Denver due to medical emergency on board
DENVER, CO (September 16, 2024) — A United Airlines flight en route from Chicago O'Hare to San Francisco was forced to divert to Denver International Airport on Monday following a medical emergency involving a passenger. The aircraft, a Boeing 737-900 operating as United Flight 123, landed safely at approximately 2:15 PM local time. According to United Airlines officials, the flight crew declared an emergency and coordinated with air traffic control for priority landing after a passenger experienced a sudden health crisis. Emergency medical personnel met the aircraft upon arrival and transported the individual to a local hospital for treatment. The remaining 157 passengers and six crew members were held on the tarmac for 90 minutes before the flight resumed to San Francisco. A United spokesperson stated that the airline is cooperating fully with authorities and is offering assistance to those affected. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has noted no further disruptions to air travel at Denver International Airport as a result of this incident.