Delta flight returned to MSP Airport after a medical issue involving a pilot, airline says

A Delta Air Lines flight returned shortly after departing Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Monday due to a medical emergency. 

According to the airline, the medical issue involved a pilot who was having chest pains and numbness in his arms shortly after takeoff.

"The crew followed established procedures to return to MSP where the aircraft landed safely," Delta said in a statement. "As safety comes first at Delta, we are focused on supporting the pilot and our customers to ensure onward travel."

The Boeing 757-300 was heading to Orlando, Florida, with 178 travelers and seven crew members. Delta arranged for a new flight crew before the flight continued to Orlando. 

The FAA is investigating.