The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and United Airlines are jointly investigating a concerning incident that occurred during a Colorado Rockies chartered flight. The incident, captured in a now-deleted video on social media, shows an unauthorized individual seemingly sitting in the pilot’s seat during the flight from Denver to Toronto on April 10th.
The video has sparked significant alarm, prompting swift action from both the FAA and United Airlines. At least two pilots have been removed from their positions pending the outcome of the investigation. United Airlines has expressed deep concern over the incident, labeling it a “clear violation” of their safety and operational policies.
The unauthorized access to the cockpit raises serious safety questions, as such access is strictly regulated and controlled for aviation safety reasons. The presence of an unauthorized person in the cockpit during a flight is a violation of aviation protocols and could have serious implications for flight safety.
Both the FAA and United Airlines are conducting thorough investigations to determine how the unauthorized access occurred and to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The outcome of these investigations will likely have implications for aviation safety protocols and procedures.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to strict safety and security protocols in aviation, particularly concerning access to critical areas like the cockpit during flights.
