A United Airlines flight traveling from Newark, New Jersey, to Los Angeles, California, was diverted to O'Hare Airport following a security issue, as reported by the FAA. The incident was reportedly due to a bomb threat written in the lavatory, according to a source. Contrary to earlier reports of a physical altercation involving a passenger, the FAA classified the incident as a "Level Two" threat, which relates to a passenger physically engaging with others on the aircraft.

Authorities swiftly responded to the situation at O'Hare Airport by initiating a Plan One emergency landing, with police, fire trucks, and ambulances present. The FBI, along with local partners, addressed the incident, emphasizing that there was no immediate threat to public safety or the facility itself.

Passenger Richard Fickling described the tense atmosphere on the flight as passengers were notified about the diversion to Chicago. After landing safely, passengers were deplaned and transported to a secure area by bus. United Airlines issued a statement confirming the incident and the subsequent actions taken, assuring that the flight is expected to resume its journey to Los Angeles later in the day.

The event underscores the swift response of authorities to potential security threats, emphasizing the importance of safety protocols and passenger well-being during air travel.