A disruptive passenger aboard a Ryanair flight from Manchester to Rhodes on Thursday, April 3, caused a significant delay in the flight’s landing after his unruly behavior led to a confrontation with the cabin crew. The incident resulted in the plane circling the island of Rhodes before finally landing, as flight attendants struggled to restrain the intoxicated passenger.
According to reports, the disturbance began when the passenger was denied further alcohol after two bottles he had brought on board were confiscated by the flight attendants. Witnesses claim the passenger’s demeanor quickly turned aggressive, and he began ignoring multiple requests from the crew to sit down as the plane started its descent.
As the situation escalated, the flight attendants attempted to restrain the passenger using spare seatbelts. However, the man broke free, and the pilot was forced to delay the plane’s landing by circling the island. Passengers on board were alarmed as the confrontation unfolded, with some reporting that the man seemed to challenge the crew in a physical manner.
In video footage captured during the flight, several crew members are seen trying to manage the situation, with one flight attendant urgently ordering the man to “sit down, now!” After the plane finally landed safely at Rhodes Airport, local police were waiting and escorted the disruptive passenger off the aircraft.
Ryanair issued a statement confirming the incident and emphasized its commitment to passenger safety. “The aircraft was met by local police upon arrival at Rhodes Airport, and this passenger was removed,” the airline said. “Ryanair has a strict zero-tolerance policy towards passenger misconduct and will continue to take decisive action to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all.”
One passenger, who witnessed the chaotic scene, shared their account with People. They described how the crew had to intervene when the man repeatedly got out of his seat and attempted to provoke a physical altercation. They also recalled that the crew warned passengers about the consequences of drinking Duty-Free alcohol during the flight, which could lead to police action.
Despite the disruptive behavior, no serious injuries were reported, and the plane eventually landed safely. The incident has once again drawn attention to the importance of maintaining discipline and respect aboard flights, as airlines continue to enforce strict policies against passenger misconduct.
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