American Airlines Flight AA1960 Faces In-Flight Diversion
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: San Francisco
An American Airlines flight en route to Charlotte experienced a flight diversion yesterday, landing in Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport due to an unspecified issue. The incident involved Flight AA1960, originally scheduled to travel from San Francisco (SFO) to Charlotte (CLT).
Details of the Incident
- Flight Number: AA1960
- Aircraft: Airbus A321-231
- Registration: N931AM
The crew decided to redirect the aircraft to Phoenix (PHX) following the identification of a problem during the flight. It ultimately landed safely at around 8:00 PM local time. Flight tracking data indicates that the Airbus A321 descended from an altitude of 33,000 feet and circled briefly at 6,000 feet before its approach and landing in Phoenix.
Subsequent Actions
Two hours after the landing, the journey to Charlotte continued with another Airbus A321, identified by registration N165US. As of now, American Airlines has not released an official statement regarding the exact reason for the diversion or further plans concerning the passengers. Typically, airlines provide options for rebooking and assistance in the aftermath of such disruptions.