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Dwayne Johnson's Private Jet Makes Emergency Landing in Hawaii

The actor and UFL co-owner reflects on the incident that forced him to miss the league's second-season kickoff in Houston.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson attends the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 05, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California.
Dwayne Johnson in London in November.
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Overview

  • Dwayne Johnson's Gulfstream G650 jet encountered a hydraulics overheating issue 35-40 minutes into a flight from Hawaii to Houston, prompting an emergency return to Hawaii.
  • The pilot, Capt. David, assured Johnson of a safe landing and explained the decision to avoid flying over the ocean due to the mechanical issue.
  • Johnson expressed gratitude for the crew's professionalism and reflected on the experience as a moment of clarity about life's priorities.
  • The emergency landing caused Johnson to miss the United Football League's second-season kickoff, which proceeded as scheduled in Houston.
  • The UFL, co-owned by Johnson, was formed in 2024 after the merger of the XFL and USFL and continues to grow as a major venture in professional football.