I guess you can't make this up. I don't think $15 gets anyone much at SFO.
A United Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai was diverted to San Francisco over the weekend after one of the pilots forgot to bring their passport for the international flight.
The Boeing 787-9, carrying 257 passengers and a 13-person crew, landed at San Francisco International Airport shortly after 5 p.m. Saturday. The airline arranged for a new crew to continue the flight.
“On Saturday, United flight 198 from Los Angeles to Shanghai landed at San Francisco International Airport as the pilot did not have their passport onboard,” a United spokesperson said in a statement. “We arranged for a new crew to take our customers to their destination that evening. Customers were provided with meal vouchers and compensation.”
Saturday’s United Airlines flight 198 to was forced divert to San Francisco because a pilot forgot to bring his passport on the trip. Passengers received $15 meal vouchers when they landed in San Francisco. Here’s the message that the airline sent to passengers:
UA198 SFO-PVG: Your flight diverted to San Francisco due to an unexpected crew-related issue requiring a new crew. Once they arrive, we’ll get you back on your way to Shanghai as soon as possible. We sincerely apologize for this disruption and appreciate your patience.