Overview

• Flight 357 from Philadelphia to Phoenix diverted to Washington Dulles on Aug. 23 and landed around 11:50 a.m. local time, according to the FAA.
• American Airlines said smoke came from a customer’s device, with the specific type not disclosed.
• Crew members contained the device before landing, and emergency responders met the aircraft on arrival.
• All 160 passengers and six crew deplaned normally, with no injuries or arrests reported, and airport operations continued without disruption.
• The FAA has opened an investigation, and the airline rebooked affected travelers to continue their trips.