Disruptive passengers removed from easyJet flight at Bristol Airport
- Several unruly passengers were removed from an easyJet flight at Bristol Airport after causing a disturbance during take-off.
- The flight was delayed for around an hour to address the situation, prompting cheers from other passengers when the disruptive individuals were finally removed.
- The incident highlights the challenges airlines face in dealing with disruptive behavior onboard flights.
A pilot had to turn a flight around at Bristol Airport because some drunk passengers were causing trouble. The police were called to the departure gate to meet an easyJet flight just before it was supposed to take off. A group of men on the flight were not sitting down and wanted to use the toilet. One passenger mentioned that they had to wait for an hour while these passengers were removed from the flight to Malaga. The disruptive group was taken back to the terminal by the police. The passengers were loud and disruptive even before boarding the plane. They were causing a commotion at the gate. The group took up several rows at the front of the plane, with about 30 people. As the plane was taxiing for take-off, the group became even more disruptive. One man threatened to urinate on the floor if he couldn't use the toilet. This led to more men arguing with the flight attendants in the aisle. The flight eventually reached Malaga, but it was two hours late. EasyJet confirmed that the flight had to return to the gate due to the disruptive behavior of some passengers. The airline stated that they take such incidents seriously and do not tolerate abusive behavior on board. The safety of all passengers is their priority. The incident involved a group of young men who refused to sit down and wanted to use the toilet during take-off. The flight had already been delayed by an hour, and then passengers had to wait longer for the disruptive passengers to collect their belongings. The airline mentioned that they are treating the situation seriously and will not tolerate any threatening behavior on their flights. The cabin crew handled the situation well, ensuring the safety of all passengers. The plane eventually departed for Malaga, arriving two hours later than scheduled. EasyJet emphasized that they prioritize the safety and well-being of passengers and crew.