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British Passenger Fined $20,638 for Disruptive Behavior on Flight
May 1, 2024, 04:25 PM
A British passenger has been ordered to pay United Airlines $20,638 in restitution after his disruptive behavior, including loud arguments with his girlfriend and threats to 'mess up the plane,' led to the diversion of a flight from London to Newark. The incident occurred in March and resulted in the plane making an unscheduled landing in Bangor, Maine. Federal prosecutors confirmed the fine, highlighting the severity of the passenger's actions which included yelling and physical aggression.
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