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The Irish Sun
11-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
Shocking moment woman has full blown foot-stamping airport MELTDOWN screeching at cops before she's bundled & arrested
THIS is the shocking moment a furious passenger had a full-blown foot-stomping meltdown at airport staff before she was bundled away and arrested. In a white T-shirt and yellow pants, the woman launched into a chaotic rage after her flight to New York was abruptly cancelled. 5 The verbally abusive woman was taken behind the desk by security who attempted to calm her down Credit: SWNS 5 She continued to yell at them after the flight was cancelled Credit: SWNS 5 Chaos kicked off after her flight was cancelled at the last minute Credit: SWNS Footage shows her hurling her jumper to the floor, clenching her fists and screeching at cops at the Norse Atlantic Airways desk as fellow passengers watched in shock. Erianne, a fellow passenger and model from Paris, said: "It was quite an intense reaction." Chaos kicked off on July 3 after passengers on flight N0301 from Charles de Gaulle to JFK were informed via email — just before midnight — that their flight had been cancelled due to technical issues. 'She was in a panic,' said Erianne. read more news 'She said she was diabetic and needed her medication. 'But I don't think she should have used such strong language . 'Especially because the people on the desk aren't responsible.' The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner never took off, and no hotel was offered to those stranded. Most read in The US Sun As tensions soared, airline staff reportedly told passengers they would need to cancel their own bookings and find new flights or hotels themselves - sending many scrambling in the middle of the night. 'The prices were ridiculous,' said Erianne, who ended up shelling out £952 ($1,285) to get home with another airline. Plane passenger tells traveler 'his laptop is a bomb' sparking mid-air chaos on packed jet She added: "They told us that we have to cancel this one on our own, then rebook another ticket from another airline, but the prices were ridiculous. "After that, the people who couldn't afford another flight were trying to find a hotel to sleep in. "But because this happened during the night, that's not the easiest thing to do. "Some of them slept at the airport with their kids, including this woman. 'I still haven't gotten a refund from my original flight, but I am emailing with them.' Norse Atlantic's next flight was also cancelled on July 4, and a third was delayed more than two hours the following day, according to flight tracking data. Some families were left to sleep on the airport floor with their children. 5 The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner never took off, and no hotel was offered to those stranded Credit: SWNS It comes after a Taj Taylor, 27, is accused of making the alarming comment less than an hour into an Allegiant Air flight from St. Pete-Clearwater Airport in Florida to Roanoke, Virginia, on Sunday. According to an arrest report from the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, Taylor, seated in the last row, allegedly told another traveler that his laptop was an explosive — prompting the shocked passenger to snatch it away. Six people on the Airbus A320, which was carrying 177 passengers and six crew members, reportedly heard the remark. The pilot turned the plane around, landing back in Florida just 40 minutes after takeoff—well short of the typical two-hour flight to Roanoke. Law enforcement met the plane on the tarmac and arrested Taylor on the spot. A full search of his belongings revealed no explosives. Taylor, when questioned by authorities, claimed he had experienced a 'lack of clarity,' according to an FBI report seen by USA Today. He strongly denied making any bomb threats. Taylor appeared in court on Monday, facing charges of conveying false information and threats. If convicted, he could face a fine of up to $25,000 and a prison term of up to five years. 5 Picture of passengers in Charles de Gaulle Airport (file picture) Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
11-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Shocking moment woman has full blown foot-stamping airport MELTDOWN screeching at cops before she's bundled & arrested
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THIS is the shocking moment a furious passenger had a full-blown foot-stomping meltdown at airport staff before she was bundled away and arrested. In a white T-shirt and yellow pants, the woman launched into a chaotic rage after her flight to New York was abruptly cancelled. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 The verbally abusive woman was taken behind the desk by security who attempted to calm her down Credit: SWNS 5 She continued to yell at them after the flight was cancelled Credit: SWNS 5 Chaos kicked off after her flight was cancelled at the last minute Credit: SWNS Footage shows her hurling her jumper to the floor, clenching her fists and screeching at cops at the Norse Atlantic Airways desk as fellow passengers watched in shock. Erianne, a fellow passenger and model from Paris, said: "It was quite an intense reaction." Chaos kicked off on July 3 after passengers on flight N0301 from Charles de Gaulle to JFK were informed via email — just before midnight — that their flight had been cancelled due to technical issues. 'She was in a panic,' said Erianne. 'She said she was diabetic and needed her medication. 'But I don't think she should have used such strong language. 'Especially because the people on the desk aren't responsible.' The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner never took off, and no hotel was offered to those stranded. As tensions soared, airline staff reportedly told passengers they would need to cancel their own bookings and find new flights or hotels themselves - sending many scrambling in the middle of the night. 'The prices were ridiculous,' said Erianne, who ended up shelling out £952 ($1,285) to get home with another airline. Plane passenger tells traveler 'his laptop is a bomb' sparking mid-air chaos on packed jet She added: "They told us that we have to cancel this one on our own, then rebook another ticket from another airline, but the prices were ridiculous. "After that, the people who couldn't afford another flight were trying to find a hotel to sleep in. "But because this happened during the night, that's not the easiest thing to do. "Some of them slept at the airport with their kids, including this woman. 'I still haven't gotten a refund from my original flight, but I am emailing with them.' Norse Atlantic's next flight was also cancelled on July 4, and a third was delayed more than two hours the following day, according to flight tracking data. Some families were left to sleep on the airport floor with their children. 5 The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner never took off, and no hotel was offered to those stranded Credit: SWNS It comes after a passenger allegedly claimed his laptop was a bomb as chaos unfolded mid-air. Taj Taylor, 27, is accused of making the alarming comment less than an hour into an Allegiant Air flight from St. Pete-Clearwater Airport in Florida to Roanoke, Virginia, on Sunday. According to an arrest report from the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, Taylor, seated in the last row, allegedly told another traveler that his laptop was an explosive — prompting the shocked passenger to snatch it away. Six people on the Airbus A320, which was carrying 177 passengers and six crew members, reportedly heard the remark. The pilot turned the plane around, landing back in Florida just 40 minutes after takeoff—well short of the typical two-hour flight to Roanoke. Law enforcement met the plane on the tarmac and arrested Taylor on the spot. A full search of his belongings revealed no explosives. Taylor, when questioned by authorities, claimed he had experienced a 'lack of clarity,' according to an FBI report seen by USA Today. He strongly denied making any bomb threats. Taylor appeared in court on Monday, facing charges of conveying false information and threats. If convicted, he could face a fine of up to $25,000 and a prison term of up to five years.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Yahoo
Plane Forced to Make Emergency Landing After Passenger Says His Laptop Is ‘a Bomb' While Mid-Air
On Sunday, July 6, Taj Taylor, 27, was arrested after he allegedly told a passenger during a flight that his laptop was a bomb The Allegiant flight heading to Virginia was forced to make an emergency landing back in Florida after the threats were allegedly made Taylor faces up to five years in prison and a fine of $25,000 for the incidentA man is under investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation after he allegedly told a passenger during a flight that his laptop was a bomb. At approximately 2:03 p.m. on Sunday, July 6, deputies responded to 'a verbal bomb threat' allegedly made by passenger Taj Taylor, 27, on Allegiant Flight 1023 while flying to Roanoke, Virginia, from Florida, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office stated in a news release. 'Detectives assigned to the Threat Management Division are assisting with a bomb threat investigation that occurred on an Allegiant flight,' said PCSO. 'Detectives learned that passenger, Taj Taylor, told another passenger that his laptop was a bomb. The passenger immediately notified the flight attendants.' According to detectives, 'several' people on board the plane also heard Taylor allegedly say that 'he had a bomb.' The plane then made an emergency landing at St. Pete-Clearwater Airport in Florida at approximately 2:08 p.m. local time, per the release. Taylor's belongings were searched, though 'no bomb was found,' said PCSO. An Allegiant Air spokesperson said in a statement, per USA Today, "Allegiant does not tolerate disruptive behavior of any kind, so the decision was made to return to the airport. The plane landed safely and was met by law enforcement officers, who took the passenger into custody. We apologize for the inconvenience this has caused our passengers and thank them for their patience.' Taylor was arrested at 11:23 p.m. local time on Sunday before being released the next day, according to an arrest report obtained by PEOPLE. Taylor allegedly told authorities that he was 'recently released from a mental health facility' and "took his medication last night and was currently suffering from a lack of clarity,' according to the FBI affidavit obtained by USA Today and the New York Post. Taylor didn't admit to making bomb threats on the plane but mentioned that the woman he sat next to was 'rude to him," per the outlets. According to his Instagram profile, Taylor is a seminary student at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, a clergyman, and an Air Force veteran. NYP reported that Taylor also played football in high school and suffered a severe Grade 3 concussion while playing as a sophomore in 2013. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Taylor is charged with making a false bomb threat, facing a possible fine of up to $25,000 and a prison sentence of up to five years, per USA Today. The flight later took off again for Roanoke after a new crew boarded the plane, Daily Mail reported. Passengers were issued $100 vouchers for future travel, per USA Today. PEOPLE has reached out to Allegiant Airlines and the FBI for comment but did not immediately hear back. Read the original article on People
Scottish Sun
08-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Plane passenger tells traveler ‘his laptop is a bomb' sparking mid-air chaos on packed jet
Travelers on board had 'eyes as big as dinner plates' when they overheard the threat WARPED THREATS Plane passenger tells traveler 'his laptop is a bomb' sparking mid-air chaos on packed jet Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A PLANE passenger allegedly told his fellow travelers that his laptop was a bomb on a packed plane with more than 180 people on board. Taj Taylor, 27, sparked panic when he allegedly made the chilling threat less than an hour into the Allegiant Air flight. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Taj Taylor, 27, allegedly told passengers on board a packed Allegiant Air flight his laptop was a bomb Credit: Pinellas County Sheriff's Office 5 Taylor on board the Airbus 320 before being arrested Credit: WDBJ The Airbus 320 plane had left St. Pete-Clearwater airport in Florida and was supposed to head to Roanoke in Virginia on Sunday. Taylor, who was sitting on the back row of the plane, allegedly told a passenger that his laptop was an explosive, as per a Pinellas County Sheriff's Office arrest report. It prompted the traveler to snatch the device off Taylor. Six people on board the packed aircraft, which was carrying 177 passengers and six crew members, reportedly heard him make the threat. Passengers on board the plane said they tried to keep their kids calm. 'My girls were looking at me, and one was crying pretty hard,' Tara Kamprath told the ABC affiliate WSET-TV. Kamprath revealed her other child had eyes as big as dinner planes. The plane returned to St-Pete Clearwater airport 40 minutes into the flight. Cops met the plane as it landed on the tarmac and arrested Taylor. Police also searched his possessions and they didn't find a bomb. Taylor was quizzed and claimed he had experienced a 'lack of clarity,' according to a FBI report seen by USA Today. He strongly denied making any threats that he was carrying an explosive. Taylor appeared in court on Monday on charges of false information and threats. He could be hit with a fine of up to $25,000 as well as a five-year prison sentence. Allegiant Air has spoken out about what unfolded on the plane. 'My girls were looking at me, and one was crying pretty hard Tara Kamprath 'Allegiant does not tolerate disruptive behavior of any kind, so the decision was made to return to the airport,' a spokesperson told USA Today. Passengers were deplaned before getting on a later flight. The plane heading to Virginia left Florida five hours later than planned. But, Allegiant has offered impacted travelers a $100 voucher. It comes just weeks after a packed Hawaiian Airlines plane was evacuated over a bomb threat. Travelers shared footage on social media that showed heavily-armed cops on board the aircraft. One man was arrested, as reported by the Fox affiliate KSWB-TV. 5 More than 170 people were on board the passenger jet Credit: WDBJ 5 Taylor being led away by cops Credit: WDBJ
The Irish Sun
08-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
Plane passenger tells traveler ‘his laptop is a bomb' sparking mid-air chaos on packed jet
A PLANE passenger allegedly told his fellow travelers that his laptop was a bomb on a packed plane with more than 180 people on board. Taj Taylor, 27, sparked panic when he allegedly made the chilling threat less than an hour into the Allegiant Air flight. Advertisement 5 Taj Taylor, 27, allegedly told passengers on board a packed Allegiant Air flight his laptop was a bomb Credit: Pinellas County Sheriff's Office 5 Taylor on board the Airbus 320 before being arrested Credit: WDBJ The Airbus 320 plane had left St. Pete-Clearwater airport in Florida and was supposed to head to Roanoke in Virginia on Sunday. Taylor, who was sitting on the back row of the plane, allegedly told a passenger that his laptop was an explosive, as per a It prompted the traveler to snatch the device off Taylor. Six people on board the packed aircraft, which was carrying 177 passengers and six crew members, reportedly heard him make the threat. Advertisement read more on news Passengers on board the plane said they tried to keep their kids calm. 'My girls were looking at me, and one was crying pretty hard,' Tara Kamprath told the ABC affiliate Kamprath revealed her other child had eyes as big as dinner planes. The plane returned to St-Pete Clearwater airport 40 minutes into the flight. Advertisement Most read in The US Sun Cops met the plane as it landed on the tarmac and arrested Taylor. Police also searched his possessions and they didn't find a bomb. Taylor was quizzed and claimed he had experienced a 'lack of clarity,' according to a FBI report seen by He strongly denied making any threats that he was carrying an explosive. Advertisement Taylor appeared in court on Monday on charges of false information and threats. He could be hit with a fine of up to $25,000 as well as a five-year prison sentence. Allegiant Air has spoken out about what unfolded on the plane. 'My girls were looking at me, and one was crying pretty hard Tara Kamprath passenger 'Allegiant does not tolerate disruptive behavior of any kind, so the decision was made to return to the airport,' a spokesperson told USA Today. Advertisement Passengers were deplaned before getting on a later flight. The plane heading to Virginia left Florida five hours later than planned. But, Allegiant has offered impacted travelers a $100 voucher. It comes just weeks after a packed Advertisement Travelers shared footage on social media that showed heavily-armed cops on board the aircraft. One man was arrested, as reported by the Fox affiliate 5 More than 170 people were on board the passenger jet Credit: WDBJ 5 Taylor being led away by cops Credit: WDBJ Advertisement 5 The flight diverted back to Florida less than an hour into its journey Credit: Flight Radar
