Woman gives birth on flight from Jamaica to New York City. Hear the colorful air traffic control audio.

"Pilot: "We have a passenger, a pregnant passenger, who's going into labor at this time. Requesting direct detail.""

"Ground control: "All right, tell her she's got to name it Kennedy.""

"Caribbean Airlines said, in part, in a statement, "The airline commends the professionalism and measured response of its crew, who managed the situation in accordance with established procedures, ensuring the safety and comfort of all onboard.""

A pregnant woman went into labor on Caribbean Airlines Flight BW005 from Kingston, Jamaica, just before landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The pilots communicated with air traffic control, requesting medical assistance. Ground control humorously suggested naming the baby Kennedy. Upon landing, medical personnel attended to the mother and newborn. Caribbean Airlines praised the crew's professionalism in handling the situation, ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers. There is no confirmation if the baby was named Kennedy.

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Woman gives birth on flight from Jamaica to New York City. Hear the colorful air traffic control audio.
Woman gives birth on flight from Jamaica to New York City. Hear the colorful air traffic control audio.
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