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American Airlines Flight Heading To San Juan Returns To Philadelphia International Airport Due To Odor In Cabin

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- An American Airlines flight heading to San Juan, Puerto Rico had to be diverted back to Philadelphia International Airport due to an odor in the cabin. Flight 1496 took off around 9:15 a.m. for San Juan before returning.

The airline said the flight landed without incident around 9:45 a.m. and passengers were able to leave the plane.

Passengers will board a new plane and are scheduled to take off around 1 p.m.

No injuries were reported.

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