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Air Canada Flight AC7664 from Newark Airport diverts to Boston after captain suffers medical episode
Summary by Sugar Land News Editorial Desk KTRK , as published by ABC13 Houston (KTRK)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the incident can be found through ABC13 Houston, which has reported on the diversion of Air Canada Flight AC7664.
A medical emergency occurred on a recent flight, prompting a diversion to Boston. The incident happened on Air Canada Flight AC7664, which originated from Newark Airport. The captain of the plane experienced a medical episode during the flight, leading to the emergency diversion.
Details of the incident are limited, but it has been reported as a horrifying mid-air emergency. Further information about the incident can be found through ABC13 Houston, which has reported on the diversion of Air Canada Flight AC7664.
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Category: safety Published: June 25, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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