An EasyJet flight travelling from London Luton Airport to Glasgow was forced to divert after a passenger caused a disturbance mid-air, leading to a police intervention upon landing.
The incident occurred on board the budget airline's service, which was en route to Glasgow Airport when crew members reported an unruly passenger. The flight continued to its destination, where officers from Police Scotland were waiting to meet the aircraft.
Details of the Incident
According to eyewitnesses, the disruptive behaviour began shortly after take-off, causing concern among passengers and crew. The exact nature of the disturbance has not been disclosed, but it was serious enough to warrant police involvement.
EasyJet confirmed the incident in a statement, saying: "The safety and wellbeing of our passengers and crew is our highest priority. We can confirm that flight EZYXXX from Luton to Glasgow was met by police upon arrival due to a disruptive passenger."
Police Response
Police Scotland confirmed they attended the scene but have not yet released further details regarding arrests or charges. A spokesperson stated: "Officers responded to reports of a disturbance on an inbound flight to Glasgow Airport. Enquiries are ongoing."
Passengers were reportedly allowed to disembark as normal once the situation was resolved, though some expressed shock at the unexpected turn of events.
Airline Protocol for Disruptive Passengers
Disruptive behaviour on flights can range from verbal altercations to physical aggression, and airlines have strict protocols to manage such incidents. Crew members are trained to de-escalate situations, but if necessary, flights may divert for safety reasons.
EasyJet has not confirmed whether the passenger involved will face a ban from future flights, though such measures are common in cases of severe misconduct.
The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges airlines face in maintaining order at 30,000 feet.
