Recent Stowaway Incidents Expose Gaps in Aviation Security

Multiple breaches, including stowaways in landing gear and an emergency door incident, highlight vulnerabilities in airline safety protocols.

Two deceased stowaways were discovered in the landing gear compartments of separate flights in December and January, raising concerns about airport security measures.
A passenger opened an emergency exit door during taxiing at Boston’s Logan Airport, prompting panic but no injuries as other passengers restrained the individual.
Additional incidents include unauthorized passengers boarding flights in Seattle and Paris, bypassing established security checks in November and December.
Experts and pilots warn that these breaches expose systemic vulnerabilities, emphasizing the need for immediate action to prevent potential malicious exploitation.
Despite these incidents, aviation remains statistically one of the safest modes of transportation, with no fatal U.S. airline crashes since 2009.