Summary
- A Qatari diplomat unintentionally caused a security incident on a United Airlines flight by smoking in the lavatory.
- The incident triggered a serious safety threat response due to heightened security measures following previous terrorist attempts.
- References to bombs or safety threats on planes are taken very seriously, with passengers often detained and fined as a result.
Nearly 14 years ago, a Qatari diplomat on official business in the United States unintentionally caused a ‘minor international incident’ onboard a United Airlines flight from Washington. The incident led to an investigation, and the diplomat was recalled to his home country two days later.
United Airlines Flight 663 bomb threat
On April 7, 2010, United Airlines was operating flight UA663 from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Las Vegas Harry Reid International (LAS) with a stopover at Denver…
