On a recent Finnair flight (AY015) leaving Helsinki-Vantaa for New York, an unexpected incident occurred when an unauthorized individual rushed onto the aircraft just before takeoff. Stiina Tuunanen, Finnair's communications manager, confirmed that the boarding phase had not been completed when the individual entered, raising immediate concerns among both passengers and crew members who swiftly recognized the breach in protocol.

Upon noticing the unapproved passenger, cabin crew took immediate action by checking the travel documents of all individuals on board to confirm that the unauthorized person did not belong to the flight's manifest. The swift response of the staff was crucial in managing the situation, as they ensured the safety and security of all passengers. Following this, local police were called to remove the individual from the aircraft, although it remains unclear how they gained access to the plane in the first place.

As a result of this security breach, all passengers were evacuated from the flight, causing a significant delay in departure as it had originally been scheduled for 16:50 but ultimately took off just before nine in the evening. This incident raises critical questions about airport security procedures and how such lapses can occur, prompting authorities to investigate how the individual was able to board the aircraft without authorization.