Unruly Spirit Flyer Deplanes in Zip-Ties

[marmar]

Overserving flyers before a trip continues to be a problem, as evidenced by the latest in-flight incident aboard Spirit Airlines.

The Nashville Tennessean reports a 42-year-old woman was arrested at Nashville International Airport (BNA) on accusations of attacking other passengers and crewmembers.

Flyer Claims “I Didn’t Do Anything Wrong” at Arrest

The incident happened after the Spirit flight departed Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) for Nashville. During the hour-long flight, the unnamed flyer reportedly became aggressive with both the crew and those around her. According to statements from the attendants, the passenger allegedly attacked two crewmembers with punches and hair pulls.

The flyer was subdued by a combination of the cabin team and other passengers. Zip-tie handcuffs were utilized to tie the traveler’s feet together, and police were called to meet the flight upon arrival. The police report states the flyer exhibited signs of being drunk, including smelling of alcohol and speaking with a slur.

When questioned by authorities, the flyer said that she had “a lot” to drink before boarding, and further claimed “I didn’t do anything wrong.” Later, the traveler reportedly told police to “shoot me” in response to their questions. .............(more)

https://www.flyertalk.com/articles/unruly-spirit-flyer-deplanes-in-zip-ties.html

[CurtEastPoint]

1. and yet alcohol is 'tightly' controlled.

[Tetrachloride]

2. Lawyers will fix this: snark

[Tommymac]

3. I smoke a big bowl of flower before every flight I take.

Never have any anxiety issues.

Or aggressive impulses.

Just seem to doze or stare out the window at the pretty clouds.

[Ace Rothstein]

4. They need to name and shame these people.

Then charge/fine them to the max and widely publicize it.