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New SFO Surveillance Footage Captures FBI Seizure of Eric Swalwell’s Devices

Newly obtained surveillance video from San Francisco International Airport shows former Congressman Eric Swalwell being confronted by federal agents on August 15. The footage depicts Swalwell, dressed in casual attire, speaking with agents near a gate before walking through the terminal. Agents served him with a search warrant, seizing his phone and laptop, though he was permitted to leave after the search. This incident occurred amid ongoing federal investigations into sexual assault allegations and potential counterintelligence concerns, despite Swalwell denying any wrongdoing and facing no criminal charges.

via KTVU|

#eric-swalwell #fbi #federal-investigation

public-safety1 month ago

ICE Agent Leaves Loaded Firearm in SFO Restroom Amid Rising Airport Enforcement

An ICE agent left a loaded gun unattended in a men’s restroom at San Francisco International Airport on July 21. A flight attendant discovered the weapon past security in Terminal 2, prompting police response and TSA notification. The agent later retrieved the firearm, but details regarding discipline or the purpose of his presence remain unclear. This incident coincides with increased ICE arrests at the airport, including that of Ukrainian immigrant Iryna Gorb the following day.

via NBC News|

#firearm-safety #ice #immigration-enforcement

public-safety1 month ago•2 min saved

ICE Agent Leaves Loaded Firearm in SFO Restroom, Prompting Police Response

An ICE agent left a loaded firearm unattended in a men’s restroom at San Francisco International Airport on July 21, 2026. A flight attendant discovered the weapon and alerted security, leading to a police response. The agent later retrieved the gun, but the duration of the lapse and any disciplinary action remain unclear. This incident occurred one day before the high-profile detention of Ukrainian immigrant Iryna Gorb at the same airport.

via NBC Bay Area|

#firearm-safety #ice #immigration-enforcement

immigration2 months ago•4 min saved

SF Photographer in Detention After ICE Arrest at SFO Highlights Airport Removals

Iryna Gorb, a 38-year-old Ukrainian immigrant who has lived in San Francisco for 16 years and works as a head barista at Better Half Coffee and as a professional photographer, was detained by plainclothes ICE agents at San Francisco International Airport after arriving from Portland. Authorities say she overstayed a visa that expired in 2011 and has been moved to the California City Detention Facility in Kern County pending removal proceedings. Video of the arrest circulated online, prompting commentary from friends and immigration advocates about the growing use of airport detentions; Gorb is expected to meet an attorney soon and supporters hope for release on bond.

via KQED|

#california-city-detention-facility #ice #immigration

travel3 months ago•3 min saved

SFO bets on exclusive private terminal to attract premium air travelers

San Francisco International Airport is seeking bids to build a 34,582-square-foot private terminal about six miles from the main terminal, offering luxury lounges, private guest suites, its own TSA screening, and curbside car service directly to aircraft for a fee of $800–$1,800. The facility could begin operations as soon as 2028, with proposals due September 30–October 7, targeting travelers who fly commercially but want a more elevated, seamless experience while the airport's existing terminals add new amenities.

via New York Post|

#airport-amenities #bidding-process #luxury-travel

health5 months ago•3 min saved

Bay Area hantavirus exposures forestall travel with SFO link and Hondius cruise tie

Two hantavirus exposures tied to the Bay Area were reported: a traveler who passed through SFO and was quarantined in French Polynesia, and a San Mateo County resident exposed on the MV Hondius who is in a Nebraska quarantine; public health officials say the overall risk to the public is low, though containment and isolation during the virus’s incubation period are emphasized.

via ABC7 San Francisco|

#cruise-ship #hantavirus #health

economy5 months ago•14 min saved

Bay Area airports end naming feud with Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport

Oakland and San Francisco airports resolved a years-long naming dispute, agreeing to designate the airport as 'Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport' with specific branding rules that keep 'Oakland' first and prevent 'San Francisco' from dominating the name or its signage; the settlement ends litigation and aims to clarify travel branding for regional travelers.

via The Mercury News|

#airport-naming-dispute #economy #oakland-international-airport

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Waymo gains approval to operate robotaxis at San Francisco International Airport

Waymo has received approval to test its autonomous robotaxi service at San Francisco International Airport, marking a significant step in expanding its service area and competing with ride-hailing giants, with plans to gradually introduce testing and commercial trips for employees and the public.

via The Verge|

#autonomous-vehicles #ride-hailing #robotaxi

world1 year ago•1 min saved

Delta Pilot Arrested at SFO on Child Sexual Assault Charges

A Delta co-pilot was arrested at San Francisco International Airport after Flight 2809 from Minneapolis landed, with federal agents storming the plane and taking the co-pilot into custody, while the remaining crew and passengers were shocked by the incident.

via upi.com|

#arrest #co-pilot #delta

travel2 years ago•2 min saved

"Chaos Erupts as American Airlines Passengers Defy Orders During Emergency Evacuation"

Passengers on an American Airlines flight at San Francisco International Airport delayed evacuation to retrieve carry-on items after a laptop caught fire, despite orders to leave everything behind. The flight was evacuated using emergency slides and the jetbridge, with the fire extinguished on the tarmac. Three people reported minor injuries.

via Fox Business|

#american-airlines #evacuation #laptop-fire

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

"Multiple United Airlines Planes Clip Wings at SFO Airport"

Two United Airlines planes clipped wings on the tarmac at San Francisco International Airport, with no injuries reported. The incident involved flight UA2181, an Airbus A319 with 105 passengers and five crew members on board. This is the latest in a series of mishaps involving United flights at SFO, including a recent incident where a flight lost a wheel during takeoff and another where a toilet overflowed into the cabin.

via KRON4|

#airplane-incident #aviation #flight-mishaps

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Point Defiance Park Stabbing Suspect Arrested in California Attempting to Flee US"

The suspect accused of randomly stabbing a woman at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma was arrested at San Francisco International Airport while allegedly trying to leave the country. The suspect, who has ties to the Puget Sound area, was apprehended with the help of law enforcement agencies and is awaiting extradition to Washington. The victim, identified as "Jane," had been attacked on a marked trail in broad daylight, but witnesses intervened to stop the assault. The suspect had fled Washington state after the attack, prompting a nationwide manhunt that led to his arrest in California.

via KOMO News|

#arrest #crime #point-defiance-park

travel2 years ago•1 min saved

"FAA's Increased Oversight Puts United Airlines at Risk of Losing Routes and Market Cap"

A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Aspen was delayed for over 17 hours due to a potential issue with the plane's anti-skid system, prompting increased oversight from the FAA. SkyWest Airlines, which operated the flight, apologized for the inconvenience and stated that the system was functioning normally when the flight safely operated to Aspen. United Airlines' Vice President of Corporate Safety acknowledged recent safety events and emphasized the airline's commitment to prioritizing safety.

via NewsNation Now|

#faa-oversight #flight-delay #safety-regulations

travel2 years ago•1 min saved

"FAA's Increased Oversight Causes Delays and Concerns for United Airlines"

A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Aspen was delayed for over 17 hours, prompting increased oversight from the FAA. The airline initially cited unknown issues for the delay, and the FAA is now evaluating safety compliance following recent safety events. United Airlines has not provided further details on the flight delay.

via KRON4|

#faa-oversight #flight-delay #safety-regulations

transportation2 years ago•0 min saved

"United Airlines Faces String of Incidents: CEO Addresses Recent Flight Problems"

A United Airlines flight from San Francisco International Airport to Japan was delayed for five hours due to an engine problem, marking the eighth mechanical issue experienced by United flights at the airport in the last two weeks. The flight, bound for Osaka, was delayed after the crew received an indication of an engine start issue while taxiing for departure, prompting a return to the gate before eventually departing. This incident follows previous mechanical issues, including a missing panel on a flight to Medford and a tire falling from a plane during takeoff, causing damage to cars.

via KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco|

#engine-problem #flight-delay #mechanical-issues