A Delta flight flying from Los Angeles to Boston was forced to make an emergency landing in Detroit due to a medical emergency onboard. The flight's captain contacted officials that he became unwell and required hospital care. Over the radio, the captain stated his condition directly, stating, "This is the captain. I'm the one that's ill."

Following the announcement of his illness, the pilot diverted the flight to Detroit to go to a hospital. The unexpected arrival in Detroit enabled the pilot to get urgent medical care for his health situation.