United Airlines passenger allegedly assaulted flight attendant, tried to get into cockpit
NBC News • • business
Key Points:
- A 48-year-old United Airlines passenger allegedly attacked a crew member and attempted to access the cockpit on Flight 1837 before being removed by police at Newark Liberty International Airport.
- The man was detained and taken for psychiatric evaluation, while a second passenger declined medical attention; no other injuries were reported.
- Air traffic control audio revealed the pilot’s emergency request due to the passenger trying to open the forward cabin door and access the flight deck.
- The FAA announced it will investigate the incident, which occurred after the flight arrived from the Dominican Republic around 6:25 p.m. Saturday.
- Unruly passenger incidents have surged this year, with nearly 500 reports filed so far, and the FAA can impose fines up to $43,658 or pursue criminal charges depending on the severity of the behavior.
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