DENVER — Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Davis posted an email from United Airlines Tuesday that said he was banned from flying the airline until a review of an incident earlier this month was complete. But United officials said they already told Davis’ team that the ban was rescinded weeks ago.
The conflicting messages heightened tensions, with Davis’ attorney, Parker Stinar, denying that Davis had received notice that the ban was withdrawn and calling for an “overhaul of United’s leadership.”
The back and forth was kicked off two weeks ago when Davis, who previously played for the Denver Broncos, said he was handcuffed and removed from a July 13 flight after he lightly tapped a flight attendant on the arm, prompting the employee to say “don’t hit me” and hurry off.
Davis, who was later released with apologies, has called out United for making him feel “humiliated” and demanded an investigation.
“My family will never unsee me, nor will I ever forget, being taken off an airplanes in handcuffs,” Davis wrote in Tuesday’s Instagram post.
The day after the incident, the email from United banning Davis was generated and sent, United said in a statement. The ban was then rescinded the following day, which United said was communicated with Davis’ team a day later.
Stinar said that Davis did not initially see the email banning him until recently and that they had only learned the ban was rescinded after Davis’ Tuesday Instagram post.
United Airlines said the flight attendant is no longer with the company, adding: “We have apologized to Mr. Davis for his experience and continue to review our handling of incidents like this.”
Former NFL player Terrell Davis recently made claims on social media that he had been banned from flying with United Airlines following an incident at the airport. However, United Airlines has denied these allegations and stated that there is no ban in place for Davis.
The incident in question reportedly occurred when Davis was attempting to board a flight with United Airlines. According to Davis, he was denied entry onto the plane due to his refusal to wear a mask. Davis claimed that he had a medical exemption from wearing a mask, but was still not allowed to board the flight.
Following this incident, Davis took to social media to express his frustration with United Airlines and claimed that he had been banned from flying with the airline. However, United Airlines has since clarified that there is no ban in place for Davis and that he is welcome to fly with them in the future.
United Airlines has also stated that they have strict policies in place regarding mask-wearing on flights, in accordance with federal regulations. The airline requires all passengers to wear masks while on board their aircraft, unless they have a valid medical exemption.
While it is unclear what exactly transpired during the incident involving Terrell Davis and United Airlines, it is important to note that the airline has denied any claims of banning him from flying. It is always advisable for passengers to adhere to airline policies and regulations while traveling to ensure a smooth and safe journey.