A United Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai was diverted to San Francisco due to the pilot not having a passport. The diversion resulted in over three hours of delay, and a new crew was arranged to continue the journey. Passengers received meal vouchers and compensation for the inconvenience. The incident raised questions about crew documentation checks before departure, a vital requirement for international travel that not only applies to passengers but also pilots.
Possessing valid documentation is the second item on the State Department's checklist for U.S. tourists traveling internationally. It's required for pilots, too.
The United spokesperson said the airline arranged for a new crew to fly passengers out. The new 13-member crew was installed and the flight took off at 8:28 p.m.
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