Toucher & Rich: Delta flight’s turbulent turnaround due to high-flying case of diarrhea
In a bizarre turn of events, a Delta flight from Atlanta, Georgia, to Barcelona, Spain, found itself in a rather sticky situation last Friday. What initially seemed like a routine transatlantic journey took an unexpected detour, all thanks to a passenger’s gut-wrenching “medical issue” that left the crew and fellow travelers in shock.
Delta Flight 194, which was scheduled to soar across the Atlantic, departed from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport at 8:29 p.m., full of passengers anticipating their Spanish adventure. However, destiny had a different plan for this flight.
Approximately two hours and eleven minutes into the journey, the aircraft made an abrupt U-turn and headed back to its origin, Atlanta.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – APRIL 10: Delta Air Lines unveils its new low-fare airline Song’s Boeing 757 interior April 10, 2003 at Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia. Song’s maiden 757 flight will be from New York’s JFK International Airport to West Palm Beach, Florida, on April 15. Plans are to introduce 144 daily nonstop flight on the coach-only carrier by fall 2003. (Photo by Erik S. Lesser/Getty Images)
A snippet of the pilot’s frantic emergency call to ground control swiftly made its rounds on social media, causing both amusement and sympathy. The pilot’s voice crackled over the radio waves, stating, “This is a biohazard issue. You know, we’ve had a passenger who had diarrhea all the way through the airplane, so they want us to come back to Atlanta.”
The cabin crew and passengers found themselves in an unprecedented situation, contending with an in-flight “explosion” of a unconventional nature. It was a situation that undoubtedly left a mark… or” stain”…. on their travel experience.
In the end, the flight’s unexpected return garnered a flurry of jokes on social media, as people couldn’t help but crack a smile despite the rather unorthodox incident. While this Delta flight may have taken an unexpected detour, it will undoubtedly be remembered as the flight where an ordinary medical issue took on an extraordinary dimension, leaving everyone onboard in awe of the unexpected power of a little “turbulence” at 30,000 feet.
14 Delicious Summer Favorites To Feast On At Sullivan's Castle Island
Clam Chowder
Gabby Dumais says “The clam chowder is a must.” According to the Sullivan’s menu:
A New England cream based classic served by the cup or bowl with our oyster crackersCup $5.95
Bowl $8.95
Lobster Roll
Brandy Michelle says “Their lobster roll is so good.” It’s a mayo lobster roll, not a warm one. A New England favorite! According to their menu:
Sweet Lobster meat lightly dressed with mayo on a toasted Hot Dog roll
Cheeseburger
Diann Ritchie says “Cheeseburger it’s nice and juicy!” The amazing thing about Sullivan’s food is, the price! Check out the cost of the burgers:
Our fresh Angus Beef patty grilled topped with American cheese served on a toasted burger bun
Hot Dog
An overwhelming favorite. Hot dogs were mentioned more than any other menu option. Alyssa Dineen says: “I do not normally eat hot dogs ever but a trip to castle island you have to get a hot dog or two or three and some fries! It’s the best part!”
Crinkle Cut Fries
People love the crinkle cut. They feel it makes these fries very unique. It was suggested to put vinegar on them as well. Rosamaria Alicea says “You have to have the fries w/salt and vinegar or without either way those fries are delicious. “
Onion Rings
Onion rings are one of the most popular sides at Sullivan’s. They are hand cut and super crispy.
Our signature hand battered fresh onion rings cooked to a perfect crisp
Clam Strips
Many of you suggested the clam strips. Debbie Sweihorn says “Fried clams…they use to be big bellies and so delicious.”
New England fried clam strips battered and fried to a golden crispRegular $14.50
Large $24.00
Fried Fish Sandwich
This was mentioned several times. Rosamaria Alicea loves it with ice cream. It’s hand battered and fried haddock.
Hand battered fried Haddock on a toasted burger bun
Shakes
Any of their shakes are a must try. They are super thick and delicious.Hand crafted with your favorite flavor Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Coffee
Soft Serve Ice Cream
Many say you can’t visit Sullivan’s without trying their soft serve. They use wafer cones and have vanilla, chocolate or strawberry twist
Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry Twist on a wafer cone with a cup
Cheese Fries
Their signature crinkle cut fries everyone loves topped with ortega cheese sauce. Many suggested these as a must try as well.
Our signature crinkle cut fries topped with our Ortega cheese sauce
Raspberry Lime Rickey
A lime rickey is a New England favorite and was mentioned a few times in our poll.
Classic New England beverage, prepared to order, garnished with freshly squeezed limes
Hot Fudge Sundae
The hot fudge sundae is a staple at Sullivan’s and was mentioned quite a few times in our poll. Katie Garney loves it with a burger and fries.
Vanilla soft serve ice cream topped with hot fudge, whipped cream, and a cherry
Double Cheeseburger
Two patties of what makes their single burgers so amazing. A Sullivan’s staple. Try it with their soft serve and some crinkle fries.
Two of our fresh Angus Beef patties topped with American cheese and served on a toasted burger bun
