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The plane s APU was overwhelmed by cicadas, rendering it unworkable.
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President Biden travels to Europe to mend frayed relationships with key allies
Biden is also set to meet with the presidents of Russia and Turkey. Carolyn Kaster/AP
A White House press charter plane was bugged on Tuesday night, rendering it unworkable and delaying journalists headed to Europe to cover the president s first overseas trip, according to Delta Air Lines.
The Delta A330 s Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) one of multiple sources of electrical power to the aircraft cabin and other systems required to function properly for flight was overwhelmed by cicadas, the airline said.
This summer marks the first time in 17 years that "Brood X," a specific brood of periodical cicadas that have been living underground, will emerge in several states
Here s what the life cycle of a cicada looks like:
How long do cicadas live above ground?
Above ground, cicadas only live for a few weeks. Brood X cicadas are expected to be gone before Labor Day, according to Pest World.
Are cicadas dangerous?
When were cicadas in NJ last?
The Brood II, also known as the East Coast Brood came to New Jersey and eight other places in the eastern United States in 2013.
The next emergence of the Brood II, which has a 17-year life cycle, is not expected until 2030.
Why are the cicadas so loud this year?
Male cicadas sing loudly, by flexing small drum-like organs in their abdomens, to attract females.