Passengers experienced terrifying ordeal when a mid-air malfunction forced them to physically hold parts of the plane together during flight.
A recent flight from Atlanta to Chicago took a surprising turn when the ceiling of the airplane unexpectedly collapsed.
This incident happened on April 14, and it became a viral story among travelers and social media users.
Passengers forced to hold up roof of plane after a malfunction
Passengers were shocked when the plane’s interior suddenly caved in mid-air.
Travelers on the Delta flight found themselves in a unique situation. They had to hold up the ceiling to prevent it from falling completely.
A content creator named Lucas Michael Payne shared the story on TikTok, which quickly gained over 195,000 views.
In his video, Payne described how his friend was on the flight when the ceiling collapsed.
He showed footage of passengers extending their arms to support the plane’s roof while flying at 30,000 feet.
This unusual scene left many people both frightened and amazed.
@lucasmpayne My Hommie @user6420519983283 Tom Witchsy was on a Delta flight and the ceiling collapsed. The attendants finally duct taped it after he held it up for awhile…@delta offered 10,000 miles ( basically 100 dollars) after they had to go back to Atlanta, wait for hours and deplane and get on another plane to Chicago. These planes!!! #airplane #delta #boeing #ntsb
Delta Airlines responds to the incident
Delta Airlines representatives addressed the situation, thanking passengers for their patience and cooperation. They expressed regret for the delay caused by the incident.
A spokesperson reported that the ceiling panel was eventually secured, so passengers did not need to hold it up for the entire flight.
Fortunately, there were no injuries, and the flight continued after a two-hour delay on another aircraft.
“Delta thanks our customers for their patience and cooperation. We apologize for the delay in their travels.”
In response to the incident, Delta Airlines offered compensation to the affected passengers.
They provided 10,000 frequent flyer miles, which is roughly equivalent to about $100. However, many passengers felt this was insufficient for the inconvenience they experienced.
Passengers share their experiences
Many passengers shared their experiences online, expressing how surreal the situation felt.
One traveler commented that it was “crazy” to be in such a predicament.
Others echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the bizarre nature of having to hold up a plane’s ceiling.
One passenger mentioned that after a while, the flight attendants used duct tape to secure the ceiling.
Payne shared a photo of the duct tape job, highlighting how unexpected the whole experience had been.
“The attendants finally duct taped it after he held it up for a while,” he said.
“Delta offered 10,000 miles (basically 100 dollars),” he alleged. “They had to go back to Atlanta, wait for hours and deplane and get on another plane to Chicago.“Compensation offered by Delta Airlines.
One individual who claimed to be on the flight expressed frustration over the compensation. They noted that it was disappointing given the circumstances.
Similar incidents in recent months
This incident is not the first of its kind. Airlines have faced several unusual malfunctions in recent months.
For example, another flight from Florida experienced a significant issue when one of its wheels broke off during landing.
Such events raise concerns about airline safety and maintenance practices.
In February, another Delta flight had a serious mishap, crash-landing and flipping upside down at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
These incidents have made travelers more aware of potential risks while flying.