Passengers Subdue Disruptive Man on American Airlines Flight
The flight from Albuquerque to Chicago returned to Albuquerque after passengers intervened.
- Passengers on American Airlines Flight 1219 subdued a man attempting to open the emergency exit door mid-flight.
- The incident occurred on a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago, forcing the plane to return to Albuquerque International Sunport.
- Six passengers restrained the man using duct tape and flexi-cuffs, with law enforcement taking over upon landing.
- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the FBI are investigating the incident.
- No charges have been filed yet, and the man's motives remain unclear.