Altitude Anomaly: JetBlue's Unexpected Descent

JetBlue flight from Cancun to Newark made an emergency landing in Florida after a sudden altitude drop. Passengers were hospitalized, and the FAA is investigating. Injuries included at least one head laceration. JetBlue is inspecting the aircraft, prioritizing safety and support for those affected.

A JetBlue flight from Cancun to Newark was forced into an emergency landing in Florida after experiencing a sudden drop in altitude, officials reported.

The flight's unexpected descent led to its diversion to Tampa International Airport around 2 pm. It remains unclear how many passengers were injured, but reports indicate that at least three individuals suffered injuries, with one sustaining a head laceration.

JetBlue stated that safety remains their top priority as they take the aircraft out of service for inspection and work alongside the Federal Aviation Administration to investigate the cause of the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)