Overview

• Former Delta pilot Jonathan Dunn, who allegedly threatened to shoot his captain mid-flight, claims the incident was a misunderstanding.
• Dunn was indicted in October 2023 for threatening his co-pilot after he suggested diverting the flight for a passenger's medical emergency.
• Dunn's lawyer, John Huber, stated in court that Dunn doesn't have a criminal history and shouldn't be considered dangerous.
• Dunn could face up to 20 years in prison if convicted, with the trial date tentatively set for March 20.
• Dunn was authorized by the Transportation Security Administration to carry a gun on board, a right that has since been revoked.