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United Flight Returns to Las Vegas over ‘Potential Security Concern,’ Officials Say
The Boeing 737 carried 150 passengers and 6 crew members, and no injuries were reported as the airline delayed the trip overnight.
On Saturday, United Flight 1681 returned to Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas shortly after takeoff headed to Newark Liberty International Airport. The Boeing 737 safely landed to address a "potential security concern" reported by the crew.
United Airlines confirmed the return was prompted by a passenger disturbance, though the airline did not specify the nature of the security concern. Airport officials referred inquiries to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
The Boeing 737 was carrying 150 passengers and 6 crew members when the incident occurred. No injuries were reported among those on board, according to officials.
A crew timeout delayed the flight overnight, as pilots and attendants reached maximum legal working hours. United departed for Newark on Sunday morning, arriving later that day after more than eight hours of delay.
The FAA stated in a preliminary report that the flight returned safely and confirmed the agency will investigate the incident. Further details regarding the specific nature of the disturbance remain under review.