Empire State Review Team 
Investigation Clears Sun Country Flight of Threat Concerns
EL PASO, Texas – A recent investigation by federal authorities concluded that passengers aboard a Sun Country flight were never in danger, following reports stemming from a security concern that turned out to be a hoax.
Details of the Incident
A Sun Country Airlines flight, designated as Flight 593, was diverted to El Paso, Texas after a handwritten note was discovered onboard. The note, which warned “You Are All Going to Die, Help Me,” was reported by passengers to the flight crew, prompting an immediate alert to law enforcement officials.
Investigation Findings
Following the incident, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) conducted interviews and found that the ominous note was written by two young children traveling on the aircraft. John Morales, the Special Agent in Charge of FBI El Paso, stated, “The investigation determined there was no threat to the safety of the passengers, flight crew, or the airplane.”
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Texas has opted not to pursue federal charges in relation to this incident.
Flight Operations and Passenger Experience
Sun Country Flight 593 took off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) with a destination of Mazatlán, Mexico. In response to the incident, the aircraft was redirected to land safely in El Paso, where it touched down without complications. The airline reported that passengers were provided with overnight accommodations, and fortunately, no injuries occurred during the diversion.
Conclusion
This incident serves as a reminder of the diligence exercised by airlines and federal authorities in ensuring passenger safety. Although the initial report raised significant concern, the swift investigation debunked the notion of a credible threat.
