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United Airlines Flight Diverts Over Bluetooth Device Name

31 May 2026 15:02

A United Airlines flight to Spain was diverted back to Newark after an onboard Bluetooth device name raised security concerns. - The flight was bound for Palma de Mallorca and turned around late Saturday.

- Air traffic audio and social media posts indicate the device name triggered the alert. - No injuries were reported, and passengers were rebooked.

The incident highlights ongoing security protocols for electronic devices on aircraft.

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