Concerning 'hijack' text prompts United flight to turn back, cockpit audio indicates
Ethan Brooks
Ethan Brooks
Reporter · Austin, TX
Ethan Brooks has been covering the dining scene in Austin for over 2 years and is a self-proclaimed foodie. He studied Journalism at Texas Tech University and has contributed to various online food publications.
More from Ethan →Reporter · Monday, October 26, 2026 at 9:33 PM · 1 min read
A United Airlines flight returned to Las Vegas shortly after takeoff on Saturday night due to a "potential security concern," the airline has confirmed.