Spirit Airlines Crew Hit as Plane Sprayed With Gunfire, Bullets Enter Cabin
Passengers and crew members were left in shock and fear after a Spirit Airlines flight from Baltimore to Orlando was struck by gunfire.
The incident occurred on Monday, July 11, as the plane was preparing to take off from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
According to reports, the plane was taxiing to the runway when shots were fired at it from a nearby vehicle. Bullets struck the plane, shattering windows and entering the cabin.
Passengers and crew members reported hearing multiple gunshots and seeing broken glass flying through the air. Some passengers were struck by the shattered glass, suffering minor injuries.
The plane was forced to return to the gate, and passengers were evacuated. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and local police responded to the scene and are investigating the incident.
No arrests have been made, and the motive for the shooting is unknown.
Spirit Airlines has released a statement expressing its concern for the safety of its passengers and crew members.
The airline is cooperating with law enforcement and is offering support to those affected by the incident.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is also investigating the incident and has issued a statement reminding pilots to be aware of the potential for gunfire at airports.
Here are some of the key details about the incident:
- The plane was struck by gunfire while taxiing to the runway at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
- Bullets shattered windows and entered the cabin, injuring some passengers with broken glass.
- The plane was forced to return to the gate, and passengers were evacuated.
- The TSA and local police are investigating the incident.
- No arrests have been made, and the motive for the shooting is unknown.
- Spirit Airlines has released a statement expressing its concern for the safety of its passengers and crew members.
- The FAA is also investigating the incident and has issued a statement reminding pilots to be aware of the potential for gunfire at airports.
