Pilot marries Vegas-bound couple mid-flight as 178 passengers become wedding guests

The Aug. 13 wedding took place in front of 178 passengers, with the plane's captain - who is also an ordained minister - serving as the officiant, according to the post's caption. 

The crew also improvised wedding attire and accessories using items from the plane.

"Fate couldn't have been more aligned," Montalvo wrote, adding that it was the couple's first time flying with Southwest Airlines.

"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for an unforgettable flight!" she wrote.

Fox News Digital reached out to Southwest Airlines for comment.

The unusual ceremony quickly drew reactions online, with many commenters praising the crew on their thoughtfulness and congratulating the newlyweds on their happy occasion.

"This is the best thing ever!!! Would've [loved] to have been on that flight!" one Facebook user wrote.

Another commenter called it "about the coolest wedding story I have ever heard of."

"I wonder what state their marriage license is in?" one commenter asked.

Jamie and George Callicoat initially considered a destination-style wedding before a district manager jokingly suggested they hold the ceremony at the McDonald's.

The restaurant was transformed for the celebration, with friends, family and co-workers gathering as the drive-thru remained open.

Peter Burke and Teresa Mull of Fox News Digital contributed reporting.