A Delta flight from Amsterdam to Detroit was forced to turn back after maggots fell from the overhead cabin onto unsuspecting passengers. The incident occurred when a passenger boarded the flight with a suitcase containing rotting fish, which broke open during the flight, causing the maggots to fall onto the passengers in the economy class.
Upon landing, the staff identified the owner of the offending suitcase and detained them on the plane. The cabin was thoroughly cleaned, and the suitcase was placed in a bag to be burned. It is unclear if any action was taken against the owner of the suitcase.
Passengers affected by the incident were compensated with 8,000 air miles, hotel room compensation, and a $30 meal ticket if they were delayed overnight. One passenger reported that the fish had been packed in newspaper, and described the unsettling experience of witnessing maggots falling onto nearby seats.
