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Over 120 passengers flying with American Airlines to New York were stranded due to mechanical issues with the Boeing aircraft. Despite boarding, they had to disembark, and the airline provided accommodations at various resorts in Antigua. <\/p>

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Mechanical problems persisted, leaving passengers uncertain about their departure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One passenger was concerned about a family emergency, while another faced work-related issues. <\/p>

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Although appreciative of the accommodations and meals, travelers expressed frustration over the uncertainty and urgency of their situations.<\/p>

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