Feds probe mysterious markings on Southwest jets

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Feds probe mysterious markings on Southwest jets

The writings -- which some have interpreted as being either Arabic or Arabic-type symbols -- appeared to have been done with a chemical process that reveals the text once an auxiliary power unit is turned on and heats up the outside skin of the aircraft, according to Feldman.

While it remains unclear how many aircraft are involved, the trend has reportedly increased in recent weeks.


Southwest Airlines has ordered its employees not to discuss the matter with the media, Feldman said.

Feds probe mysterious markings on Southwest jets - CBS News

Strange and a lot of work for some kids or pranksters to do IMO.

 

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Feds probe mysterious markings on Southwest jets

The writings -- which some have interpreted as being either Arabic or Arabic-type symbols -- appeared to have been done with a chemical process that reveals the text once an auxiliary power unit is turned on and heats up the outside skin of the aircraft, according to Feldman.

While it remains unclear how many aircraft are involved, the trend has reportedly increased in recent weeks.


Southwest Airlines has ordered its employees not to discuss the matter with the media, Feldman said.

Feds probe mysterious markings on Southwest jets - CBS News

Strange and a lot of work for some kids or pranksters to do IMO.

That's not kids. That is maintenance workers or someone who has access to the tarmac.

 

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Could be a targeting method for terrorists to target specific aircraft on take off. I don't know how they can say for certain it is not a safety issue.