A JetBlue flight made an emergency landing in Kansas due to smoke alerts in the cargo hold.
Flight 1189 was en route from New York to San Diego with approximately 130 people on board.
The pilot informed passengers about the smoke alert, leading to a rapid descent and landing.
Passengers experienced panic, with some crying, but the crew managed the situation effectively.
The plane landed safely at Salina Airport about 10 minutes after the alert was announced.
The Salina Fire Department responded promptly, assisting in offloading all passengers and crew.
Initial inspections indicated no major issues, but the cause of the smoke alert is under investigation by the FAA.