That dog that escaped at ATL airport has been found
If you’ve been following the story of Maia, the dog who escaped from her carrier at Hartsfield-Jackon Atlanta International Airport (ATL) three weeks ago, you’ll be glad to know that the dog has been found.
AMAZING NEWS 😭💗
— PETA (@peta) September 10, 2023
Maia, a dog who escaped her carrier while at an #Atlanta airport, has been found after three long weeks! 🐾
We are thrilled no one gave up & hope PETA’s reward helped rescue this little dog. https://t.co/ojgjYNcgw5
Maia, a chihuahua mix, has been AWOL at ATL airport since the middle of August. The dog arrived on a Detla Air Lines flight from the Dominican Republic with its owner, Paula Rodriguez, who was making a connection on the way to San Francisco.
Rodriguez, who had a tourist visa, was denied entry into the United States and had to spend the night in an airport detention center. The dog wasn’t allowed in the center with Rodriguez and somehow got loose from its carrier while in Delta Air Lines’ care.
Maia, the dog who escaped onto the airfield at the world’s busiest airport, was recovered on September 9. ATL’s Operations team found her hiding near the North Cargo facilities. Tired but in apparent good health, she was transported to a vet and is expected to return home soon. pic.twitter.com/eNbM6us1BW
— Atlanta Airport (@ATLairport) September 10, 2023
Orlando International Airport now has a Visitor Pass Program

Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the latest airport to create a program to allow non-ticketed visitors into the terminal.
The Experience MCO Visitor Pass only gives access to Terminal C – MCO’s newest and fanciest terminal – and only permits 50 non-ticketed visitors per day.
We're excited to announce the start of 'Experience MCO'! 🥳 Starting today, approved guests may enjoy amenities post-security in our Terminal C. From shopping, to dining, to spotting planes, there’s so much to C! ✈️ Learn more & apply at: https://t.co/NrCjJTDJdX. pic.twitter.com/o6FQm4MKF6
— Orlando International Airport (@MCO) September 1, 2023
As with visitor pass programs at other airports, including Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), and others, visitors must fill out an application online and have it reviewed by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).