A man has denied allegations of sexually assaulting two women while under the influence of alcohol during a flight from Istanbul to London's Heathrow Airport. Umran Nasser, aged 54, entered a not guilty plea at Isleworth Crown Court on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Details of the Alleged Incidents
The charges stem from an incident that occurred on November 25 of the previous year aboard a Turkish Airlines Airbus A350-941 aircraft. Nasser is accused of inappropriately touching two female passengers during the journey from Istanbul to London. The specific allegations include two counts of sexual assault and one count of being drunk on an aircraft, highlighting the serious nature of the accusations under aviation and criminal law.
Legal Proceedings and Bail Conditions
Following his court appearance, Nasser was granted unconditional bail, allowing him to remain free while awaiting trial. The court has scheduled his trial to commence on September 11, 2028, a date that was formally confirmed during the hearing. Additionally, a pre-trial review hearing is set for July 27, 2028, to assess the readiness of both the prosecution and defense for the upcoming proceedings.
Nasser resides at Wanstead Park Road in Ilford, located in east London. The case has drawn attention due to its occurrence in a confined aircraft environment, raising concerns about passenger safety and the enforcement of laws regarding intoxication and misconduct during flights. Authorities are continuing their investigation as the legal process moves forward, with the trial expected to delve into witness testimonies and evidence presented by both sides.
