A recent incident on a Finnair flight from Helsinki to New York led to a significant delay when an agitated woman rushed onto the plane. As passengers were already seated, cabin crew announced a sudden need to recheck all passengers' passports and tickets, causing confusion among the travelers. This unexpected announcement was due to the unauthorized entry of a woman, who the passengers described as 'agitated', into the aircraft.

According to Tero Kuittinen, a passenger on the flight, the situation was quickly contained without much disturbance; he reported no loud noises or shouting, asserting that the event was very swift. The incident prompted enhanced security measures as the crew sought to ensure that all travel documents were valid, especially since this type of situation is rare. The woman's arrival aboard the plane sparked immediate questions regarding her lack of necessary travel documents.

Finnair's communication director, Päivyt Tallqvist, confirmed the incident to Iltalehti, corroborating Kuittinen's account. She noted that the woman's attempt to get on the flight without the required documents necessitated a thorough reassessment of all passengers before takeoff. This event raises concerns about airport security protocols and the comprehensive identification checks performed prior to boarding flights, potential loopholes that could be exploited by individuals wishing to board without proper clearance.