A Delta Airlines flight en route from New York to Chicago declared an emergency shortly before landing after passengers reported a strong odor of fumes in the cabin. Flight attendants instructed passengers to cover their faces with towels as the crew investigated the issue, which disrupted the final approach. Authorities confirmed the plane made a safe landing, though the cause of the fumes remains under review by aviation officials. Passengers described the smell as overwhelming, leading to widespread concern before the aircraft touched down.
Delta flight from New York declares emergency while landing in Chicago due to "fumes" cbsnews.com
