Woman Anoints Plane With Holy Water Before Takeoff Amid Recent Crashes (Video)

A video has captured the moment a woman in Orlando, Florida, anointed a plane with holy water before boarding.

This footage was shared by Desiree Salter, who said that she anointed the plane and said a prayer before boarding amid the surge in plane crashes recently.

The video, which has amassed over 5 million views, shows Salter drawing a cross on the exterior of the plane before takeoff, while she prays, "In Jesus' name, we pray…Amen!"

Her gesture came amidst a surge in recent aviation disasters in the U.S. and Canada, which has sparked concerns among travellers.

Salter’s actions received a wave of support on TikTok, where viewers praised her for taking what they saw as an extra step in ensuring safety and peace of mind for passengers.

Comments flooded in, with many saying that Salter’s prayer made them feel safer before their own flights.

"We shall continue to live and not d!e!" one user commented.

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