At a glance
Police responded to an inbound flight arriving at JFK Airport on Sunday night following reports of a disturbance.12
Actress Selma Blair was taken into custody by authorities in connection with the incident.13
The confrontation occurred aboard a Delta Air Lines flight traveling to New York.23
Blair reportedly attempted to open an airplane door during the flight.23
She is also accused of assaulting flight crew members, allegedly punching one worker and biting another.23
Where sources agree
- Blair allegedly assaulted airline crew members3 of 3
- The incident occurred on a flight to JFK Airport3 of 3
- Blair reportedly attempted to open an aircraft door2 of 3
- The flight was operated by Delta Air Lines2 of 3
Who covered this
3 National
Sources
- 1The New York TimesActress Selma Blair Is Arrested in Assault on Flight Attendants ↗
- 2DeadlineSelma Blair Taken To Hospital After Allegedly Biting Flight Attendant & Trying To Open Plane Door ↗
- 3The Hollywood ReporterSelma Blair Taken Into Custody at New York’s JFK Airport After Allegedly Punching, Biting Delta Staffers ↗
Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.
