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Couple takes love to new heights with mid-flight wedding ceremony

Couple marry on United flight at 35,000ft
  • Jake Meli and Abigail Power were married aboard a United Airlines flight from Newark to Orlando.
  • The unique ceremony took place at 35,000 feet, with fellow passengers and flight attendants as witnesses.
  • The idea for the in-flight wedding stemmed from a dare by Jake's friend, who had married on a cruise ship.
  • United Airlines collaborated on the event, providing decorations, Champagne, and a cake for the couple.
  • Jake's brother officiated the ceremony, which was announced to the surprised passengers by a flight attendant.
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