Passenger's Misinterpreted Text Sparks Flight Diversion and Bomb Scare

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A passenger on an American Airlines flight misinterpreted a condolence text as a bomb threat, leading to the flight's diversion and a thorough security check, which found no threat. The incident highlights issues of privacy and security in air travel, emphasizing the importance of discretion and awareness of how personal information can be misread.
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