NEWARK, New Jersey (WABC) — A United Airlines flight enroute to Puerto Rico made an emergency landing at Newark Liberty International Airport.

The Federal Aviation Administration said crew members reported a mechanical issue as the plane flew over the Atlantic Ocean.

The pilot of the Boeing 767-400 returned to its departure location in Newark.

An investigation into the issue is being investigated by the FAA.

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