Alaska Airlines Flight Attendant Uses Force to Stop Attack on Passenger
A quick-thinking Alaska Airlines flight attendant stopped an assault aboard Flight 2221 as it prepared for takeoff in Oakland, California. The incident occurred when a male passenger, reportedly mixing alcohol with multiple medications, exhibited erratic behavior and suddenly grabbed a female passenger’s hair.
Acting swiftly, the flight attendant delivered forceful punches to the man, forcing him to release the terrified woman. The passenger was then restrained until police removed him from the Embraer E175 upon its return to the gate.
The shaken flight attendant was unable to continue the journey, leading to the flight’s cancellation. Passengers were later rebooked.
leaned forward, he could have pulled my hair
out. I was afraid he was going to punch me in
the head, and I am thankful for the flight
attendant and others who stepped in to help.”
Airline crew members undergo extensive
training in conflict resolution and handling
disruptive passengers, preparing them to
respond swiftly in dangerous situations.
Authorities are investigating the incident.
