A Delta flight traveling from Los Angeles to Boston executed an emergency landing in Detroit because of a medical emergency during the flight. The flight's captain radioed controllers that he felt sick and needed emergency care. During the communication, the captain stated his condition directly, stating, "This is the captain. I'm the one that's ill."

After reporting the issue of his illness, the pilot rerouted the plane to Detroit to get medical help. The unexpected arrival in Detroit enabled the pilot to obtain hospital treatment for his health situation.