A Delta flight en route from Los Angeles to Boston executed an emergency landing in Detroit following a medical emergency onboard. The aircraft commander radioed controllers that he became unwell and needed hospitalization. In his message, the captain announced his illness directly, stating, "This is the captain. I'm the one that's ill."

After reporting the issue of his illness, the pilot diverted the flight to Detroit to access care. The unexpected arrival in Detroit allowed the captain to get urgent medical care for his medical issue.