A pilot at Texarkana Regional Airport in Arkansas stopped an armed teen demanding an airplane by retrieving a gun from his truck. The teen was charged with multiple offenses. No injuries occurred thanks to the pilot's actions.
Key Points
Pilot retrieved gun from truck to stop armed teen demanding airplane
Teen was charged with aggravated assault, attempted robbery, and terrorist threatening
No injuries or lives lost thanks to pilot's actions
Pros
Pilot's quick thinking and actions prevented potential tragedy