Created Monday, Oct 12th 2026 15:56Z, last updated Monday, Oct 12th 2026 15:56Z
A Republic Airways Embraer ERJ-175 on behalf of Delta Airlines, registration N223JQ performing flight
DL-5656 from Columbus,OH to New York JFK,NY (USA), was climbing out of Columbus' runway 28R when the crew stopped the climb at 13,000 feet reporting an minor issue needing troubleshooting. The crew subseequently reported they were talking to dispatch about whether to return or continue and ultimately decided to return to Columbus due to the landing gear not retracting. The aircraft landed safely on Columbus' runway 28L about 30 minutes after departure.
A passenger reported the crew announced the landing gear did not retract, they were returning to Columbus.
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