easyJet flight makes emergency landing as drunk passenger storms cockpit

EASYJET AIRBUS A319-111 G-EZGG (MSN 4640)

A drunk disruptive passenger made many attempts to breach the cockpit and exit door of an easyJet flight travelling from London Gatwick (LGW/EGKK) to Kos Island (KGS/LGKO), Greece while cruising at 30,000 feet. The intoxicated individual declared his intention to take control of the aircraft, criticizing the pilot’s handling of turbulence on Tuesday.

The cabin crew confronted the unruly passenger, wrestling him to the ground amidst a malfunctioning intercom system. Some passengers assisted the crew in subduing the man, while others documented the incident on their phones or remained tensely seated. As the chaos unfolded in the cabin, the pilot diverted the aircraft to Munich (MUC/EDDM) for an emergency landing. Upon arrival, law enforcement boarded the plane, apprehended the disruptive passenger, and escorted him off in handcuffs.

Passengers vocalized their disapproval as the man was removed, with shouts of “Get off you loser” and a chorus of boos. The cabin erupted in applause following the incident, with particular praise directed at a passenger who reportedly helped restrain the troublemaker until the captain safely landed the aircraft. The airline provided overnight accommodations for passengers as their journey was rescheduled. One traveler commended the cabin crew’s bravery but described the experience as deeply unsettling.

An easyJet spokesperson addressed the incident, stating that while such occurrences are rare, the airline maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards abusive or threatening behavior.

Aircraft Information:

Airline: Easyjet

Code: U2/EZY

Aircraft: Airbus A320-214

Registration: G-EZUR

Serial Number: 5064

Engines: 2 x CFMI CFM56-5B4/P

First Flew: 22nd February 2012

Age: 12.7 Years Old