An American Airlines flight bound for New York faced a scare when a woman tried to rush the cockpit just before takeoff. Witnesses said she was shouting and ignored crew instructions, sparking panic among passengers.
Flight attendants and nearby travelers quickly tackled her to the ground, preventing her from reaching the locked cockpit. The woman was restrained until law enforcement took her into custody.
Passengers later praised the crew’s fast, professional response, which turned a frightening moment into a reminder of how critical their training is in keeping air travel safe.
