Twins disrupt Tui flight to Fuerteventura, face court

Twin sisters Laura and Katie Butterworth, aged 34, faced legal consequences after their disruptive behavior on a Tui flight to Fuerteventura. The incident occurred while the plane was taxiing at Manchester Airport, where Laura exhibited incoherent and abusive behavior, leading to her ejection from the aircraft after vomiting in the aisle. Katie, although claiming innocence, was also involved in the chaos, rising from her seat despite crew instructions. The sisters had intended to enjoy a budget holiday in the sun, but their drinking spree turned into a nightmare, resulting in a criminal conviction. The cabin crew manager made the decision to separate Laura due to her volatile demeanor, which posed a risk to the safety and comfort of other passengers and crew members. During the court proceedings, Judge Patrick Field KC criticized the twins for their excessive drinking and entitled behavior, emphasizing that such conduct is unacceptable on flights. He highlighted Laura's incoherence and volatility, suggesting that her description of another passenger's behavior as 'vile' was more fitting for her own actions. As a result of their actions, both sisters received 12-month community orders. Katie was ordered to complete 60 hours of unpaid work and 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days, while Laura was directed to fulfill 120 hours of unpaid work. Their holiday plans were ultimately ruined, and they now face the repercussions of their behavior.