The cause of the food spoilage on Delta Flight 136 is not mentioned in the provided information. However, it is reported that some of the food had black mold on it. A thorough investigation has been launched by Delta's Food Safety team to determine the cause of the incident.
The Delta flight from Detroit to Amsterdam was diverted due to passengers being served spoiled food4. Part of the Main Cabin in-flight meal service was found to be spoiled, leading to medical crews treating affected passengers when the flight landed in New York at about 4 a.m. Delta's Food Safety team is investigating the incident.
Delta Flight 136, traveling from Detroit to Amsterdam, made an emergency landing at New York's JFK airport due to spoiled food being served onboard. The plane was carrying 277 passengers, and reports suggest that around 70 passengers fell sick after consuming the contaminated meal. However, all affected individuals refused further medical treatment upon landing.