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EasyJet Flight Diverted After Mid-Air Passenger Brawl
22 Jul
Summary
- Mid-air fight involving 10 passengers led to flight diversion.
- Captain returned plane to Tenerife due to safety concerns.
- Police met the aircraft upon its emergency landing in Tenerife.
An easyJet flight, EZY3352, en route to Liverpool from Tenerife, was compelled to make an emergency return to Tenerife South airport on Tuesday evening. The diversion occurred about 30 minutes after takeoff when a mid-air altercation involving approximately 10 passengers escalated.
The flight captain determined that the fight posed a significant danger to the safety of the flight. Consequently, the crew requested police presence upon their arrival back in Tenerife. Air traffic control facilitated the expedited return of the 186-passenger aircraft, ensuring police were available as the plane landed without incident.
EasyJet confirmed the flight's return due to disruptive passenger behavior. The airline stated that their crew is trained to handle such situations to maintain flight safety. The flight subsequently continued its journey to Liverpool after the disruption was resolved by law enforcement.
