Sat Nov 16 16:05:44 UTC 2024: ## Southwest Flight Cancelled After Bullet Strikes Plane at Dallas Airport
**Dallas, TX – November 16, 2024** – A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 was struck by a bullet Friday evening while preparing for departure from Dallas Love Field Airport, resulting in the cancellation of Flight 2494 to Indianapolis. The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. while the aircraft was taxiing, with the bullet hitting the right side of the plane, near the cockpit.
Southwest Airlines confirmed the incident in a statement, emphasizing that no injuries were reported. The aircraft was immediately removed from service, and passengers were safely deplaned and accommodated on a later flight. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) also released a statement confirming the incident and the subsequent removal of the plane from service.
Dallas Police responded to the scene, and runway 13R/31L was temporarily closed before reopening later that night with minimal disruption to airport operations. The Dallas Love Field Airport shared an update on social media confirming the police response and the temporary runway closure. Authorities are investigating the source of the gunfire.
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