An American Airlines flight bound for Miami was forced to halt its takeoff at Havana's airport at the last moment, reportedly due to an open cargo bay door. A worker at Havana's international terminal shared details of the incident in the Facebook group Aviation Enthusiasts, stating that the event took place Tuesday afternoon on flight AA1334. "The takeoff had to be aborted at the last minute because someone left the cargo door open. The pilot announced this at the very last moment," the worker explained.
Flight controllers reported that the aircraft was delayed by two hours and 27 minutes, eventually arriving in Miami at 3:27 pm without further issues. The flight was originally scheduled to land at 1:00 pm. Havana's airport authorities have yet to provide any official information regarding the incident.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Havana Airport Incident
What caused the American Airlines flight to abort takeoff in Havana?
The takeoff was aborted because the cargo bay door was left open, and the pilot identified the issue at the last moment.
How long was the flight delayed?
The flight experienced a delay of two hours and 27 minutes before finally departing to Miami.
Has there been an official statement from Havana airport authorities?
As of now, no official statement has been released by the authorities at Havana's airport regarding the incident.