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United pilots trigger 2 flightmares after forgetting their own passports
Pilots on two United Airlines flights this month forgot their passports. Portra/Getty Images Two United Airlines flights to Shanghai were disrupted this month after pilots forgot their passports. The incidents caused delays and diversions to passengers. Diverting flights is costly due to fuel, crew members, and compensation. Not one but two United Airlines pilots have forgotten their passports this month, triggering diversions and lengthy delays for passengers. Saturday's United flight 198 from Los Angeles to Shanghai was diverted to San Francisco International Airport "as the pilot did not have their passport on board," an airline spokesperson told Business Insider. "We arranged for a new crew to take our customers to their destination that evening. Customers were provided with meal vouchers and compensation." The Boeing 787-9 was carrying 257 passengers and 13 crew. The diversion was a hot topic in the subreddit r/unitedairlines over the weekend. Some shared the message United had sent passengers, apologizing for the disruption, and describing the situation as "an unexpected crew-related issue requiring a new crew." "Once they arrive, we'll get you back on your way to Shanghai as soon as possible," the message read. "We sincerely apologize for this disruption and appreciate your patience." Some Redditors noticed another United flight had been delayed on March 14 — also heading to Shanghai from LAX. "Is this the same guy who forgot his passport on March 14?!" wrote a user named simplegrocery3. Commenters concluded that it was unlikely to be the same pilot. United said in a statement that flight UA857, a Boeing 777 heading for Shanghai with 348 passengers and 16 crew, was delayed on March 14 "prior to departure due to one of the pilots not having their passport." "A new pilot was brought in, and the flight subsequently departed for Shanghai," the spokesperson said. Diverting a plane is costly, due to the expense of replacement crew, compensation for passengers — and possibly dumping fuel as well. It's far from the first time that pilots have forgotten their passports. In 2019, a T'way Air flight from Vietnam to Seoul was delayed by 11 hours when the pilot lost his passport and couldn't enter the airport, The Korea Times reported. Read the original article on Business Insider
Believers hand passports and cash to pastor, seek God’s help for visas
GistReel A group of believers has been seen dropping their passports and cash before a pastor, seeking divine intervention to secure a travel visa. This unusual scene was captured in a viral post circulating on the popular social media platform, X, formerly known as Twitter. In the post, the pastor, joined by several of his followers, could be seen fervently praying, shaking intensely as they called on God’s favor. As the prayers intensified, more individuals stepped forward, placing their passports and cash at the pastor’s feet, hoping for divine approval for their visa applications. The post quickly gained traction online, prompting a flood of reactions from concerned users in the comment section, where many shared their thoughts on the practice. See some reactions below: @therealkay_guy: “White man will just pick his passport, check travel requirements, book flight and awaaay buss. For a black man to travel, he must avoid his family and friends, go to church, pray fervently, fast for 40 days and still travel on connection move.” @KSnetne: “Faith is powerful, but let’s remember, God works in mysterious ways, but the embassy works with documents. Prayers and preparation go hand in hand!” @JamesKwandoh: “Mental brain washing. Why don’t you pray to God alone.” @emman_thompson: “For lack of knowledge, my people perish.” @PieCee1z: “The concept of Tongues speaking is massively misunderstood by Christians todayIt is not for prayer and that nonsense they been speaking as prayer oh wetin be this at all.” @MrDonewells: “I know this is meant to create some mischief but I see nothing strange and foolish about this. It’s an act of faith just like any other prayer.” @Gordonguggis: “There is nothing wrong with this. It’s about your faith. If you don’t believe in it that’s fine. It’s about their faith simple. Those who don’t believe it’s ok, take your passport straight to the embassy and get your visa. Those who believe in this will also do it. That’s it.” @DarrenGh1: “Before you critique them, remember we all have what works for us. If religion works for them, let them go ahead and do it. Don’t behave as if your way is the best. Have a great day.” WATCH VIDEO: Christian believers submit their passports and cash for a powerful prayer session led by their church leader on the Atwea Mountains, hoping that God will answer their prayers and grant them a traveling visa. pic.twitter.com/ctObDi6opA — EDHUB (@eddie_wrt) February 27, 2025
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