A United Airlines flight en route to Los Angeles was forced to divert to Salt Lake City after a mysterious object struck the cockpit windshield at 36,000 feet, resulting in a shattered windscreen and injuries to the pilot. Initial speculation about the object included the possibility of it being space debris, but later reports suggest it may have been a weather balloon. Passengers on board described terrifying moments during the incident, with some experiencing panic as the plane made an emergency landing. Investigators, including the NTSB, are currently looking into the bizarre midair incident, which has sparked discussions about safety and the risks associated with flying at high altitudes.