CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – Multiple people were treated on Friday night at the Charlotte airport, according to Medic.
Medic said on Friday, June 27, that seven people were transported to a local hospital and including one with serious symptoms.
Officials said they treated people for inhalation, but did not say what it was that was possible inhaled.
Medic said that six crew members and one gate agent were transported to a hospital.
Officials said that there was a possible odor of jet fuel on the aircraft.
“Prior to customers boarding flight 2055 from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), an odor was reported,” an American Airlines spokesperson said. “Crew members received medical attention on site and were transported to a nearby hospital for further evaluation. The aircraft was taken out of service and is being inspected by our maintenance team. Customers will depart shortly on a replacement aircraft.”
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