Passenger duct-taped to seat on American Airlines flight amid midair outburst

An American Airlines flight was diverted after a passenger experienced a midair outburst and had to be restrained with duct tape and zip ties. The incident occurred during a flight from Dallas-Fort Worth to Newark.
Why it matters
It highlights ongoing concerns regarding passenger safety and disruptive behavior on commercial airline flights.
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