British Airline Permanently Bans Two Passengers Following Midair Brawl
British airline Jet2 has permanently banned two passengers following a violent altercation during a flight from Antalya, Turkey, to Manchester, England. The incident occurred on Thursday and forced the flight to divert to Brussels, Belgium.
Details of the Incident
The brawl broke out while the aircraft was in midair, although the specific cause remains unclear as of Saturday. Jet2 described the conduct of the passengers as “appalling” and emphasized their commitment to maintaining a safe travel environment.
- Airline: Jet2
- Flight Route: Antalya, Turkey to Manchester, England
- Diversion Location: Brussels, Belgium
- Incident Date: Thursday
Response to the Incident
The airline stated that the two men involved in the brawl were removed from the flight by police in Brussels. Following their removal, the flight continued to Manchester without further incident.
Jet2 has announced that it will aggressively pursue the disruptive passengers to recover costs associated with the diversion. The airline expressed regret for the distress caused to other travelers and staff on board.
Public Reaction and Airline Policy
Videos of the fight have circulated on social media, showing passengers intervening to stop the altercation. Jet2 highlighted its zero-tolerance policy towards disruptive behavior, emphasizing its commitment to a family-friendly travel experience.
As a result of this incident, the two passengers will face a lifetime ban from flying with Jet2.
