Passenger tries to hijack plane en route to the US
- A passenger on Volaris flight 3041 assaulted a flight attendant and attempted to hijack the plane.
- The flight crew executed an emergency landing at Guadalajara International Airport, where the suspect was taken into custody.
- The safety of all passengers and crew was prioritized, highlighting the need for stringent in-flight security measures.
In Mexico, a disturbing incident occurred aboard Volaris flight 3041, which departed from El Bajío airport in León heading to Tijuana. During the flight, a 31-year-old passenger named Mario N attempted to hijack the plane, allegedly assaulting a flight attendant in the process. The suspect threatened to jump out of the aircraft while holding the staff member, causing panic among passengers on board. The crew quickly activated safety protocols and made an emergency landing at the Guadalajara International Airport where authorities took over. Nobody was harmed, but the incident raised significant concerns regarding in-flight security and passenger safety. Following the hijacking attempt, the airline emphasized the priority of safety for all on board and expressed regret for the inconvenience caused.