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Delta Plane Diverted when Unruly Passenger Undresses Mid-Flight

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, JUL 8 – The flight was delayed over 90 minutes after passengers and law enforcement restrained the disruptive man who removed clothing mid-flight, prompting a diversion to Dallas-Fort Worth Airport.

  • On Saturday, Delta Flight DL731, en route between Atlanta and San Diego, was diverted to Dallas-Fort Worth after a passenger started yelling and removing their clothes.
  • The diversion occurred roughly two hours into the flight after passengers spent about 30 minutes attempting to calm the unruly man before restraining him.
  • Four law enforcement officers boarded the plane, escorted the restrained man off with yellow plastic ties, and the flight resumed to California after a 90-minute delay.
  • The man repeatedly expressed a strong desire to return home and reunite with his family, while Delta emphasized its strict policy against disruptive conduct, highlighting that the safety of passengers and crew is their top priority.
  • The flight safely reached its destination with no injuries, charges against the passenger remain unconfirmed, and travelers commended Delta’s response to the situation.
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A Delta Airlines flight from Atlanta to San Diego was diverted to Texas last Saturday following a passenger-starred riot. According to reports, the man began to take off his clothes in mid-flight, so he had to be handled by crew members.The situation forced the pilot to make an emergency landing to ensure safety on board.Passenger handled on a Delta Airlines flight: the details of the incident A passenger who witnessed the whole scene from her s…

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The incident occurred on Saturday aboard Delta Airlines Flight 731, which had left Atlanta for San Diego International Airport

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NBC San Diego broke the news in San Diego, United States on Monday, July 7, 2025.
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