Summary:
A woman stowed away on a Delta flight from NYC to Paris during the Thanksgiving travel rush.
She bypassed two security checkpoints and completed a full security screening before boarding.
The woman did not pose a security threat as she did not have any prohibited items.
Delta is conducting a thorough investigation into the incident.
Authorities are investigating how she bypassed ticketing procedures to board the flight.
Thanksgiving Stowaway: Woman Sneaks Onto NYC-Paris Flight!
During the Thanksgiving travel rush, an unidentified woman successfully bypassed security and boarded a Delta flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City to Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris without a ticket.
The incident:
The woman, who managed to avoid detection at two identity verification and boarding status stations, boarded Delta flight 264 on Tuesday. Authorities confirmed she underwent a full security screening before boarding, indicating she did not possess any prohibited items. Despite clearing security, the mystery of how she bypassed ticketing remains unsolved.
Delta's Response:
Delta Airlines stated that they are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident and will collaborate with other aviation stakeholders and law enforcement. The airline emphasized that safety and security are of utmost importance.
<br>Authorities' Statement:
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) spokesperson confirmed the woman's unauthorized boarding and subsequent removal from the aircraft upon arrival in Paris by law enforcement. The spokesperson noted that to reach a departure gate, a passenger must clear security. However, details on how the woman bypassed ticketing procedures are still under investigation.
<br>Flight Details:
Flight 264 departed from JFK at 10:37 p.m. ET and landed in Paris at 12:00 p.m. CET.
<br>This unusual incident raises questions about security protocols and has sparked a full investigation to prevent similar occurrences in the future. Further details regarding the stowaway remain undisclosed.
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