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American Airlines passenger duct-taped to seat, plane diverted after mid-flight outburst
Summary by Southlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Steven Rosenbaum , as published by CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· September 4, 2026
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Key points The incident occurred on a flight from Dallas-Fort Worth to Newark, which was diverted to Baltimore due to the disturbance. A passenger on an American Airlines flight became disruptive, prompting the crew to restrain him with duct tape.
A passenger on an American Airlines flight became disruptive, prompting the crew to restrain him with duct tape. The man, who appeared to be drunk, started yelling at a fellow passenger and made offensive comments to a flight attendant. He then became violent, leading the crew to take action.
The incident occurred on a flight from Dallas-Fort Worth to Newark, which was diverted to Baltimore due to the disturbance. Video and photos from on board show the man restrained in a first-class seat with duct tape around his wrists, torso, and head. Further details about the incident are available from the source, including witness accounts and the events leading up to the diversion.
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Category: government ·
Published: September 4, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
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