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In-Flight Romance: Passenger Joins Forces with Fellow Travelers for Unexpected Mid-Air Proposal

With their flight thousands of miles above the ground, Brinkley seized the moment during a Delta flight from Atlanta to Cancún.

BY ABHIRAM SAJAI

PUBLISHED JUL 13, 2023

Love truly knows no bounds, as Darian Brinkley couldn't wait for a second longer to ask the love of his life, Minita Tanner, a life-changing question. With their flight thousands of miles above the ground, Brinkley seized the moment during a Delta flight from Atlanta to Cancún. As his wife made her way to the lavatory, Brinkley carefully positioned himself in the aisle, holding a precious ring. Behind him, fellow passengers joined forces and held up handwritten signs that spelled out those four magical words: "Will you marry me?" There was an air of excitement as his co-passengers raised their cellphones to capture the genuine surprise that unfolded before everyone's eyes.

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Without much delay, Tanner emerged from the lavatory. No words were needed as Tanner took in the breathtaking scene, her eyes welling up with tears of happiness, and she nodded enthusiastically in response. With the ring gracefully slipping onto her finger, the couple hugged, eliciting cheers and applause from their fellow passengers, who joyfully celebrated this touching display of love. This memorable mid-flight proposal impacted everyone emotionally, becoming a genuinely unforgettable and joyous occasion.

Positive comments on the post. Source: TikTok/@mzzgina13

The video also went viral on TikTok when @mzzgina13 shared it on her account, with roughly 2.8 million views. However, the unconventional proposal has sparked a strong divide among social media users. On one side of the spectrum, there are those who view the gesture as undeniably romantic. At the same time, others felt that the proposal fell short of expectations. Users did not necessarily ridicule the couple themselves but instead commented on how Tanner had received a proposal right after she exited the bathroom.

A TikTok user @butta909 commented, "Don't anyone ever do this to me ..my bowels be acting UP." The most liked comment on the post by @divinecinnamyn said, "Imagine taking a dookie and walking out to hella people recording you. This is dope though." Either way, all opinions aside, the couple affirmed their destiny in an unconventional yet heartfelt proposal they will never forget. This mid-flight proposal transcended the confines of the aircraft, touching the hearts of all present, and leaving an indelible mark on their journey together.