Dallas Airport Shooting: Southwest Airlines Plane Hit by Gunfire

A Southwest Airlines flight preparing for takeoff at Dallas Love Field Airport was struck by gunfire on Friday night, authorities have confirmed.

Key Points:

• Incident Details: Flight 2494, bound for Indianapolis, was hit by a bullet on its right side under the flight deck as it prepared for departure.
• No Injuries Reported: All 99 passengers and crew safely deplaned after the aircraft returned to its gate.
• Investigation Underway: Dallas police are leading the inquiry, with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) also involved.

The incident occurred at 21:48 local time (03:48 GMT), prompting a temporary closure of the airport’s runway. It has since reopened.

Local Reports Suggest Random Gunfire

Dallas police believe the shooting may have been a result of random gunfire, according to local TV station WFAA. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear.

Recent Aviation Security Concerns

This incident comes after three planes were struck by gunfire in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, prompting the FAA to issue a 30-day ban on US airlines flying to the Caribbean nation.

Southwest Airlines has assured that all affected passengers will be accommodated on alternative flights.

Statement from Southwest Airlines

“We are working closely with law enforcement and the FAA to investigate this incident. The safety of our customers and employees remains our top priority.”