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United passenger who forced Vegas flight to turn around over 'hijacking threat' has boozy explanation
New York Post • • business
Key Points:
- Dante Milne, a 25-year-old trainee welder, was arrested after allegedly sending a text about hijacking a United Airlines flight from Las Vegas to Newark, prompting the plane to return to Las Vegas shortly after takeoff.
- Milne claimed he was intoxicated, joking with a friend, and did not intend to hijack the plane, describing the message as poorly worded banter between coworkers.
- The flight, carrying 150 passengers and six crew members, was locked down and evacuated upon landing, with no injuries reported after a security inspection.
- Milne faces charges of making threats or conveying false information about terrorism and was released on $10,000 bail; he plans to plead not guilty and is scheduled for a court appearance on January 5.
- The incident caused a significant security scare but was resolved without harm, highlighting the serious consequences of threatening communications on flights.
