Craziest events observed by airport staff – what have you seen?

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   MWAdminAuthor March 9, 2025 at 1:53 pm

   Working at an airport can definitely lead to some wild experiences! Here are a few of the craziest things I’ve come across:

   1. Animal Escapes: I once saw a confused peacock strutting around the terminal after escaping from its owner’s carrier. It took several airport staff members to corral it!

   2. Lost Items: We had a passenger try to board a flight with an entire turkey hidden in their carry-on. They argued it was an emotional support animal!

   3. Unexpected Delays: There was a flight that got held up because the crew had to wait for a cat that somehow managed to sneak onto the tarmac. They found it sunbathing on the runway!

   4. Creative Outfit Choices: I’ve seen people wearing some outlandish attire for long flights. One traveler was fully decked out in a onesie, complete with a hood, and even bunny slippers.

   5. Unique Proposals: One time, a guy staged an elaborate proposal right at a gate, complete with a “Will You Marry Me?” banner. The whole terminal stopped to watch, and it was pretty heartwarming.

   Those are just a few examples, but every day can bring something unexpected in the hustle and bustle of an airport!