Ceiling Panel Dislodges Mid-Flight on Delta Airlines: Passenger Captures Viral Moment

A Delta Airlines passenger captured a startling moment when a ceiling panel fell off during a flight from Honolulu to Minneapolis, raising safety concerns among the passengers. The incident, which occurred on a packed Boeing 767-300, was recorded by passenger Marissa Walton, whose video quickly went viral online.

In the video, two flight attendants are seen attempting to reattach the panel that dislodged right above a passenger’s head as the plane was preparing to land. Walton humorously captioned her video, “I’m not an expert, but this doesn’t look great,” highlighting the unusual nature of the incident.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incident, which adds to a series of recent safety issues involving Boeing aircraft. These have ranged from missing bolts on a 737 MAX 9 to a Boeing 757 losing a tire on the runway, and even a Boeing 787 spotted with pieces of tape on its exterior during another flight.

This incident on the Delta flight underscores ongoing concerns over aircraft safety and maintenance, which airlines and manufacturing companies continue to address amidst public scrutiny. Delta Airlines has not yet commented on this specific event, but the airline industry is likely to face renewed calls for stringent safety checks and maintenance protocols.

Sources: AirGuide Business airguide.info, bing.com, nypost.com