A passenger on a Caribbean Airlines flight from Jamaica to New York gave birth as the aircraft landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport, and Caribbean Airlines said the mother and newborn were attended by medical personnel.
ABC News reported the woman went into labor midflight and delivered during landing, with an air traffic controller reportedly joking about naming the baby "Kennedy."
Caribbean Airlines' statement said both are receiving necessary care, and the carrier's published policy allows pregnant passengers to fly without a doctor's note until the 32nd week, with medical clearance advised and no acceptance after the 35th week.
ABC News said it was unclear how far along the mother was, and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends pregnant travelers consult their clinician before flying because risk factors can change.
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