Robert J. "Bob" Troester U.S. Attorney | U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Oklahoma
Yesterday, a federal Grand Jury charged Jendaya Kashar Brennan, 30, from Ohio, with interference with flight crew members and attendants. This was announced by U.S. Attorney Robert J. Troester.
According to public records, on May 22, 2025, the FBI Oklahoma City Field Office was alerted to a disturbance on a Southwest Airlines flight heading to Phoenix, Arizona. The flight was diverted to Oklahoma City after reports that Brennan attempted to exit the plane using the rear exit door while it was still airborne. Despite efforts by the crew to calm her down, Brennan continued to insist she would leave the plane, kicked and spat at crew members trying to restrain her wrists, and pulled on a crew member’s lanyard in an attempt to bring them down. Even after being restrained at both hands and legs, records indicate that Brennan broke free of her wrist restraints and had to be held down to prevent further aggression towards the flight crew or passengers. The pilot decided to divert the plane after hearing about the incident. Upon landing in Oklahoma City, police removed Brennan from the aircraft.
If convicted, Brennan could face up to 20 years in federal prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
It is important for the public to remember that this charge is only an allegation and that Brennan is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
The case is being investigated by the FBI Oklahoma City Field Office and the Oklahoma City Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Matt Dillon and Jessica L. Perry are handling prosecution duties.
For more details, reference can be made to public filings.
