FAA investigating wing flap separation on Delta flight
The Federal Aviation Administration is probing a Delta flight after part of a wing partially broke off.
It happened during a flight from Orlando to Austin, TX.
The flight was able to land safely in Austin with no reported injuries.
There were 62 passengers and six crew members on the flight.
The plane was taken out of service for repairs.
A passenger recorded video footage of a wing flap almost breaking off, and dangling behind the wing.
Delta Air Lines confirmed the incident and said the aircraft is being inspected.
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