Delta Co-pilot Busted: Shocking Child Sex Assault Charges
A Delta Air Lines co-pilot, Rustom Bhagwagar, was arrested at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, immediately after his flight from Minneapolis landed. The arrest follows a five-month investigation launched in April 2025.
Bhagwagar is facing five felony counts of child sexual assault. The severity of the charges has sent shockwaves through the aviation industry.
He is currently being held on a staggering $5 million bail. The details surrounding the alleged assaults remain undisclosed pending further investigation.
Delta Airlines has issued a statement confirming its full cooperation with law enforcement authorities. The airline has also suspended Bhagwagar pending the outcome of the legal proceedings.
This disturbing case highlights the urgent need for robust background checks and stringent vetting procedures within the aviation sector to ensure passenger safety and prevent similar incidents in the future. The high bail amount underscores the gravity of the accusations against Bhagwagar.
