I Got Kicked Off an International American Airlines Flight for Moving a Carry-On Bag I Got Kicked Off an International American Airlines Flight for Moving a Carry-On Bag

I Got Kicked Off an International American Airlines Flight for Moving a Carry-On Bag

Over the more than 2 million miles I've flown across almost 1,200 logged flights, I've seen and experienced a lot -- from rejected takeoffs to medical emergencies and even an emergency landing. However, this week, I experienced the most absurd situation I've ever seen on a flight, and it led to my removal from an international flight. Here's what happened and how American Airlines responded.
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