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United flight diverts over security

The FBI and a local bomb squad conducted a thorough sweep of the aircraft but found no explosives or dangerous items.

Passengers were rebooked on alternative flights after several hours of questioning and security checks.

The incident caused significant disruption at Pittsburgh International Airport, with several other flights delayed.

United Airlines stated that the diversion was a precautionary measure and that the safety of passengers is their top priority.

An investigation is ongoing to determine the source of the noise.

United Airlines
American airline
Pittsburgh
City and county seat in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States
Federal Bureau of Investigation
U.S. federal law enforcement agency