A Delta Air Lines flight was forced to make an emergency return to Houston this week after a man wearing a blouse became disruptive shortly after takeoff, illustrating once again how a single individual can derail an otherwise routine flight.
According to air traffic control audio and video captured onboard, the passenger left his seat and approached the forward cabin area, prompting flight attendants to intervene. While early reports suggested the individual may have attempted to access the cockpit, Delta later clarified that the cockpit door was never breached and remained secure throughout the incident.
Out of an abundance of caution, and consistent with company protocols, the flight crew elected to discontinue the flight and return to Houston. Law enforcement and emergency personnel met the aircraft upon arrival, and the passenger was removed from the plane without further incident.
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