American Eagle Flight 5318 made an emergency landing in Kansas City. The American Airlines regional jet landed on May 16, 2026. The crew reported smoke in the cabin.
The flight departed Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The aircraft carried 76 passengers and crew members. PSA Airlines operated the Bombardier CRJ-900.
The crew declared an emergency shortly before landing. All occupants evacuated safely.
U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann was among the passengers. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating the cause of the smoke.