Viral Video: Passengers Duct-Tape Man Attempting to Open Plane's Emergency Exit Door | WATCH

A passenger on an American Airlines attempted to open plane's emergency exit door mid-air, prompting a swift and courageous response from fellow travelers.

incident unfolded on American Airlines flight 1219, en route to Chicago from Albuquerque, New Mexico. However, chaos erupted when a passenger me a reckless attempt to open aircraft door mid-flight.

In a display of remarkable bravery and quick thinking, several passengers took action to subdue unruly individual. Passengers used duct tape to tie his hands and legs, and throw flexi-cuffs on him, to control that man.

Right after this alarming situation, flight crew me decision to return to Albuquerque International Airport. safety of all passengers and crew remained paramount, leing to an emergency landing to dress crisis.

One X user @lazydubz, describes event as "One of scariest days of my life." individual emphasized suddenness and severity of situation, highlighting collective effort to restrain culprits and ensure safety of everyone on board.

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American Airlines responded to incident, confirming that flight landed safely and man was promptly escorted off aircraft by local law enforcement in Albuquerque.

In a statement dressing incident, American Airlines reiterated its commitment to passenger safety and commended decisive actions taken by both passengers and crew in managing situation effectively.