Bomb Threat Forces United Airlines Flight 380 to Divert to St. Louis Lambert Airport

A United Airlines flight from Dallas to Chicago was forced to make an emergency diversion to St. Louis Lambert International Airport on Sunday morning after a reported bomb threat. The incident disrupted the routine journey of Flight 380, which had departed Dallas Fort Worth International Airport at 6:57 a.m. CST and was scheduled to arrive at Chicago O’Hare International Airport around 9:30 a.m.

Lambert officials confirmed that the aircraft landed safely in St. Louis at 8:39 a.m. local time. Passengers were evacuated while K‑9 units and bomb and arson teams conducted a thorough search of the cabin, luggage, and cargo hold. Authorities reported that no explosives were found. After several hours on the ground, passengers were reboarded and the flight continued to Chicago, landing at 2:50 p.m., more than five hours behind schedule.

According to reports, the diversion was triggered by a passenger who claimed there was a bomb in his wife’s luggage, prompting the crew to take immediate precautionary measures. The man was reportedly taken into custody, though officials have not released his identity or confirmed whether charges have been filed. Airport authorities declined to comment on the details of any ongoing criminal investigation.

The incident highlights the seriousness with which airlines and airports treat in‑flight security threats. Even unverified claims can result in diversions, evacuations, and extensive searches, as safety remains the top priority for passengers and crew. While the threat proved unfounded, the diversion underscores the challenges faced by aviation security teams in responding swiftly to potential risks.


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