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Judge Orders American Airlines Passenger Held After Duct-Tape Restraint on Las Vegas Flight

A grand jury has indicted Ketty Dilone following prosecutors’ account of threats to crew captured on video.

Overview

  • U.S. Magistrate Judge Elayna Youchah ordered Dilone detained pending trial, citing her recent criminal history, the onboard conduct, a recent arrest, and behavior in a holding facility.
  • A federal grand jury indicted Dilone on interference with a flight crew and assault charges, with a court appearance scheduled for Sept. 30.
  • Court records say the Sept. 16 Charlotte-to-Las Vegas flight saw Dilone standing, filming the cabin, yelling, and issuing threats as crew used flex cuffs and duct tape to restrain her.
  • Flight attendants moved passengers away and monitored Dilone during descent, which the documents note prevented them from normal landing preparations.
  • The FBI arrested Dilone after landing at Harry Reid International Airport, and a widely shared TikTok video shows her profanity-laced tirade and alleged statements now part of the case record.