Woman Throws Drink at Flight Attendant After Being Denied Alcohol Service

Woman Throws Drink at Flight Attendant After Being Denied Alcohol Service

Shocking Incident on FlySafair Flight

A recent altercation aboard a FlySafair flight from Durban to Cape Town has garnered widespread attention after a female passenger, a brand manager at the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), threw her drink at a flight attendant. The incident unfolded on Boxing Day after the crew refused to serve her more alcohol.

Details of the Altercation

  • The confrontation escalated when the passenger, reportedly unhappy with the drink options available, began arguing with the stewardess.
  • Amidst the heated exchange, the passenger removed her wig and began tussling with other passengers trying to intervene.
  • Footage reveals shocked reactions from fellow travelers as chaos ensued in the cabin.

Consequences of the Incident

  • The unruly passenger was eventually restrained with plastic hand ties by the flight crew after multiple passengers attempted to subdue her.
  • Upon landing, the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) received a full report and began investigating the event.
  • The passenger was arrested and charged with disruptive behavior, facing possible jail time under the Civil Aviation Act.

Passenger's Defense

The woman involved in the incident has since rejected allegations that she was intoxicated when boarding the flight. She claims that the situation escalated following a misunderstanding with the crew over available drink options.

Company Response

  • FlySafair condemned the passenger's behavior, stating that interfering with flight attendants is a serious offense.
  • The airline confirmed she will be placed on their no-fly list, barring her from future travel with FlySafair.

For a detailed account of the incident, visit the original article on MailOnline.