Tucson, Arizona man arrested on flight fired from real estate job

TUCSON, Arizona — TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – The Tucson man who was arrested on an American Airlines flight has been let go from his real estate job.

Arrest and charges

67-year-old Layne Arthur Lundeen made national headlines after he was arrested for being disorderly on the plane.

Lundeen was said to have made misogynistic comments and racial slurs.

Lundeen was previously employed by Long Realty as a real estate agent and was let go following the incident.

Long Realty released a statement on its Facebook page stating that Lundeen was no longer with the company.

Upon learning of the incident, Long Realty promptly ended its affiliation with the individual.

The individual is no longer associated with or authorized to represent Long Realty in any capacity.

Charges and court proceedings

Long Realty is aware of reports concerning criminal charges filed against a former affiliated real estate agent arising from an incident that allegedly occurred during a commercial flight.