Overview

• On April 24, 2025, a female passenger in first class attempted to storm the cockpit of American Airlines Flight AA950 to question pilots about a delay.
• Cabin crew physically restrained the passenger, knocking her to the floor, as she threatened and shouted at staff in Portuguese and English.
• A male passenger, identified as her traveling companion, also became disruptive and was later removed from the flight along with the woman.
• The disturbance forced the flight to return to the gate at São Paulo International Airport, delaying its departure by approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes.
• Both passengers were handed over to local police, and American Airlines reiterated its commitment to passenger and crew safety in a public statement.