Toxic Fume Exposure on Commercial Flights

When you step onto a plane, you expect to arrive safely at your destination. But recent reports reveal that passengers and crew members aboard Delta and other airlines have been exposed to toxic fumes leaking into cockpits and cabins, causing severe health consequences, including brain injuries, permanent nerve damage, and long-term neurological issues.

Delta Air Lines recently confirmed it is replacing auxiliary power units on more than 300 Airbus A320 aircraft after incidents of toxic smoke and fumes forced emergency landings and left individuals hospitalized. Doctors warn that these exposures can cause “chemical concussions” comparable to traumatic brain injuries suffered by professional athletes.

For those affected, the consequences are devastating, including confusion, memory loss, speech difficulties, and neurological symptoms that may last a lifetime.

Aviation Injury Attorneys Who Fight for You

At Sullivan Papain, we have a long history of representing individuals harmed by corporate negligence, including cases involving toxic exposure, aviation safety failures, and catastrophic injury. We are dedicated to holding airlines and manufacturers accountable when preventable safety risks put lives at stake.

If you or a loved one suffered health issues after a flight where toxic fumes or smoke were present, you may be entitled to significant compensation for:

• Medical expenses and ongoing treatment
• Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
• Pain, suffering, and diminished quality of life
• Long-term neurological or cognitive impairments