Federal Aviation Administration

On November 19, 2024, passengers aboard American Airlines Flight 1422 from Milwaukee to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport intervened to restrain a man who attempted to open a cabin door mid-flight. The incident occurred approximately an hour into the journey, causing alarm among those on board.

Witnesses report that the man, whose identity has not been disclosed, approached a flight attendant, insisting he needed to "exit the aircraft now." When informed that opening the door was impossible during flight, he became agitated and attempted to force his way to the exit. The flight attendant, with the assistance of several. . .