Dwayne Johnson’s private jet had a scary mechanical problem, In-Flight

This week, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson had a terrifying flight when a major technical problem caused him to make an emergency turnaround in his $65 million Gulfstream G650.

The flight was abruptly interrupted while the 52-year-old actor, athlete, and United Football League (UFL) co-owner was traveling from his home in Hawaii to Houston, Texas, to attend the league’s season opener.

Dwayne Johnson described the experience on social media, stating that the problem happened “35 to 40 minutes” after departure.

A Mid-Air Scare Affects Dwayne Johnson’s Aircraft

The pilot had to make the tough choice to send the aircraft back to Hawaii because to a “hydraulics overheating issue.”

Johnson lamented missing the UFL’s major kickoff, saying, “I’m back home in Hawaii, and I was scheduled right now to be in Houston, Texas.” “As we kicked off our United Football League season number two, live on Fox, I was going to be on the field in Houston, Texas, energizing the crowd and preparing them with mana and electricity.”

Despite his excitement for the occasion, Johnson stressed the value of safety and gave the pilot credit for his cool-headedness.

When there was a terrifying jet emergency over the ocean, the rock thought, “This might be it.”

Johnson claims that the pilot entered the cabin, knelt down, and spoke directly to him, “Mr. Johnson, I’m sorry to tell you, but we cannot continue to fly over the ocean.” We’re having trouble. We have to land back in Hawaii and turn the jet around. I promise that I will return you to the island securely.

“He said there are some issue we can work out as we are in the air, and then there’s some that we are not going to take a chance, especially over the ocean, and especially when the computer of the plane is saying don’t fly anymore over the ocean, you gotta get back to land,” the wrestler stated.

Dwayne Johnson Talks About His Horrifying Thoughts While Flying Scare Johnson, who was alone himself with the crew, described his inner response as events transpired: “Is this it? Should I check out like this? He gave the pilot and the flight attendant credit for maintaining their composure under duress.

Johnson claimed that while he sat alone thinking about what really mattered, he remarked, “Make it a double,” when offered a drink.

“You start to realize really quickly the sh-t that is really important in life when you are back there alone with just your drink, thinking about this, and you have everything crossed out, hoping you make it back safely,” he said. “Then you realize what you are worrying and thinking about that is irrelevant.”

Following a jet scare, the rock reflects, saying, “I’m glad to be back on the ground.”

Johnson expressed his gratitude despite his disappointment at not being able to join the league’s players, coaches, and supporters in Houston. In summary, I’m happy to be back on the ground. I’m happy to be in Hawaii again. “I’m so sad that I can’t be in Texas,” he remarked.

The Rock thanked the crew and acknowledged a higher power as he concluded his speech, saying, “I appreciate God, the universe … I interpreted this as a divine and cosmic indication. However, I wish I were in Houston, Texas.

The Gulfstream G650 is regarded as one of the most sophisticated private aircraft in the world, with a range of 7,500 nautical miles.

Dwayne Johnson’s Friends and Fans Offer Their Opinions

Many of The Rock’s friends, fans, and followers replied after learning the news, saying that they try to never take anything for granted because you never know what the future holds.

“Every once in a while, for no particular reason, I look at my wife without her knowing and have one of those ‘I’m so grateful for my life’ moments,” a user on Instagram remarked.

Another remarked, “Very happy that you and your crew landed safely, champ.”

“We missed you in Texas today, brotha, but INFINITELY more grateful you are safe and on the ground,” added another. “Plane problems are nothing to mess with!”