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A repeat stowaway, Svetlana Dali, was taken into custody in Italy after allegedly sneaking onto United Flight 19 from Newark to Milan without a ticket, with the plane already airborne; the incident follows a prior Paris-bound Delta flight conviction linked to Dali and comes after earlier security breaches at Hartford-area and Miami airports.
Svetlana Dali, who previously stowed away on a New York–Paris flight in 2024, was detained at Milan’s Malpensa Airport after boarding United Airlines Flight 19 from Newark to Milan without a ticket or boarding pass, evading TSA and gate agents, according to two people familiar with the incident. United Airlines said it is investigating with authorities. Dali’s long history of security breaches—convicted in 2024 and having previously tried to flee detention with a GPS monitor—highlights ongoing vulnerabilities at busy travel hubs.
CBS News reports FBI data showing more than 170 passenger-on-passenger sexual assaults on flights in 2024, up from about 130 in 2023, but experts say the true number likely undercounts due to inconsistent airline and local reporting; assaults typically occur on long-haul/international trips, often at night with alcohol, prompting calls for better accountability and a push for airlines to report incidents publicly, including a lawsuit against American Airlines.
Israeli fighter jets escorted Wizz Air Flight W95310 from London to Ben Gurion after a passenger saw the word 'terrorist' in Arabic on a phone, triggering security procedures; it was later revealed to be a prank hotspot name change by the couple's son, and the plane landed safely with enhanced screening.
A deceased stowaway was found in the landing gear of an American Airlines plane at Charlotte Douglas airport, prompting an investigation into how the individual gained access and the circumstances of their death. Recent similar incidents highlight the risks and security challenges of preventing unauthorized access to aircraft's wheel wells.
A 35-year-old man, Tiron Alexander, was convicted of fraudulently booking over 120 free flights by impersonating a flight attendant since 2018, exploiting airline policies. He claimed to work for multiple airlines, used fake badge numbers, and was caught after accumulating a large number of flights in airline logs. He faces up to 20 years for each wire fraud count and is scheduled for sentencing in August.
A passenger on a Volaris flight in Mexico attempted to forcibly divert the plane to the US. The crew managed to detain the individual, and the flight, originally bound for Tijuana, was redirected to Guadalajara.
A 57-year-old Russian woman, Svetlana Dali, was charged with being a stowaway on a New York-to-Paris flight after evading security by blending in with a flight crew. She admitted to previous attempts to travel without a ticket at other US airports. Dali, who has no prior criminal history, was released with strict bail conditions, including electronic monitoring and a ban from airports. Her lawyer suggested her actions were due to a mental health issue, while the prosecution highlighted significant security concerns.
A stowaway managed to bypass security at JFK Airport and travel undetected to Paris, raising concerns about aviation security measures. The incident highlights potential vulnerabilities in airport security protocols and the need for improved measures to prevent unauthorized access to flights.
Russian national Svetlana Dali, 57, was arrested by the FBI after being deported from France for stowing away on a Delta Air Lines flight from New York to Paris. Dali, who hid in the plane's lavatories to avoid detection, faces charges that could lead to up to five years in prison. The incident has raised significant concerns about airport security, as Dali bypassed multiple checkpoints at JFK Airport. Delta Air Lines and the TSA are reviewing security protocols following the breach.
A 57-year-old Russian woman managed to board a Delta Air Lines flight from New York's JFK Airport to Paris without a ticket or proper identification, highlighting significant security lapses. The woman bypassed identity checks by blending in with a flight crew and later with a family group at the gate. She was arrested upon arrival in France. The incident has raised concerns about airport security, with experts calling for improvements such as electronic gates to prevent similar breaches in the future.
Delta Air Lines refused to transport a 57-year-old Russian woman, who had previously stowed away on a flight from New York to Paris, back to the US despite her being escorted by six US marshals. The woman had evaded security checks and was detained in France after her asylum claim was rejected. Delta's refusal came after a previous attempt to repatriate her was abandoned due to her disruptive behavior on the plane. The airline may need to charter a plane if unable to accommodate her on a regular flight.
A 57-year-old Russian national, Svetlana Dali, was identified as a stowaway on a Delta Airlines flight from New York to Paris. She bypassed security checks at JFK airport and was detained upon arrival in France due to lack of a visa. Despite not being charged, she remains in France after causing a disturbance on a return flight to the US. Delta and TSA are investigating the security breach.
A stowaway discovered on a flight to Paris caused a disruption on the return flight to New York, highlighting concerns over aviation security.
India's airlines and airports have been plagued by 999 hoax bomb threats in 2024, a significant increase from previous years, causing major disruptions in flight schedules. The threats, all deemed false, have led to 256 police complaints and 12 arrests. The surge in hoaxes has involved international agencies and resulted in costly delays and diversions, highlighting the challenges faced by India's aviation sector in ensuring security and minimizing disruptions.