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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
British Airways cabin crew member was 'dancing high and naked in business class' after 30,000ft 'drugs binge'
A British Airways cabin crew member has been arrested after he was found dancing naked mid-flight in a business class toilet following a suspected drug binge. The steward's colleagues noticed he was missing when he failed to serve meals and drinks to passengers on the flight on Sunday , which was headed for London Heathrow from San Francisco. After searching for him in the aircraft, his boss was shocked to discover him completely naked and dancing up and down in the cabin bathroom, The Sun reports. 'We think the guy popped pills when he was meant to be working. It is an extraordinary thing to do,' one furious colleague said about the incident. 'The plane was cruising at 37,000ft over the Atlantic, but this bloke seemed to be higher than anyone else.' Other members of staff quickly threw a spare pair of pyjamas reserved for First Class customers onto the nude flight attendant. He was then escorted into the First Class cabin, where he stayed for the remainder of the ten-and-a-half hour flight. Upon landing, the flight attendant received medical attention and was escorted off the plane in a wheelchair, before being arrested by airport cops. British Airways said the incident was a matter for the police. It is understood that the crew member has been suspended from his job as he is investigated. MailOnline has approached the Metropolitan Police for comment. The incident involving the cabin crew member comes as a young British former flight attendant accused of smuggling £1.2 million worth of cannabis into Sri Lank appeared in court on Friday. Charlotte May Lee, 21, from Coulsdon, south London, was arrested in Colombo after police discovered 46 kg of 'Kush' - a synthetic strain of cannabis - in her suitcase. She had just arrived in the Sri Lankan capital on a flight from Bangkok in Thailand. She was arrested at Bandaranaike Airport and taken into custody on Monday, May 11. On Friday, Charlotte was filmed in a white dress with her hands behind her back being escorted to a prison van by police outside the court building in Colombo. She was visibly upset and tearful when she appeared in the courtroom. The Foreign Office in the UK has confirmed that it is supporting a British woman who has been arrested in Sri Lanka and is in contact with her family, as well as local authorities The former TUI flight attendant was held in a cell at the back of the room and then briefly led to the witness box but struggled to follow proceedings because it was in the main language of Sri Lanka, Sinhalese. Police also wheeled in the near-50kg haul of cannabis she was caught carrying into court as their investigation into the drugs bust continues. Charlotte is expected to appear in the dock again in two weeks. She is facing up to 25 years locked in a hellhole Sri Lankan jail - but she has insisted she has been set up. MailOnline spoke to her from her cell last week where she admitted that she had not been eating because the food was too spicy. Speaking to MailOnline from behind bars in the woman's ward of a notorious prison last week, Miss Lee said she had 'no idea' that there were drugs in her luggage when she set off for Sri Lanka. She said: 'I had never seen them before. I didn't expect it all when they pulled me over at the airport. I thought it was going to be filled with all my stuff. 'I had been in Bangkok the night before and had already packed my clothes because my flight was really early. 'So I left my bags in the hotel room and headed for the night out. As they were already packed I didn't check them again in the morning. 'They must have planted it then.' Miss Lee told us she had been working temporarily on a 'booze cruise' in Thailand but her 30-day visa was about to run out so she decided to take a trip to nearby Sri Lanka while she waited for her Thai visa to be renewed. She decided to go to the country because it was relatively nearby - only a three-hour flight away - and she had never visited there before. 'I thought while I was waiting for the visa that I'd come to Sri Lanka. 'They [the people she believed planted the drugs] were supposed to meet me here. But now I'm here - stuck in this jail.' After her arrest, Miss Lee was initially held at the Police Narcotics Bureau for seven days. She says she was forced to sleep on a sofa that had bed bugs with a security guard watching her the whole time. Then on Sunday she was brought to Negombo Magistrates Court where she was given remanded in custody for a further 14 days while she awaits further hearings. At this point she was transferred to Negombo Prison where she still remains, stuck in her crowded cell for 22 hours a day and only let out to eat and briefly stretch her legs. And it was here that she spoke to MailOnline last week to highlight the 'awful' conditions in the prison - revealing she has not eaten any food at all for two days because the prison meals have been making her ill.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Flight passenger branded a 'diva' after giving cabin crew a bizarre note with list of demands
A flight attendant has shared a ridiculous list of demands she received from a passenger as they boarded the flight. The cabin crew member, believed to be from the US, took to Reddit to reveal the extensive list of 'allergies' printed on a sheet of A4 paper that was handed to her as the passenger boarded the flight. The traveller, who revealed they were seated in seat 4A, requested a ban on the smell of coffee, perfume, and 'airplane fuel' as they were 'highly allergic' to these items. They asked the cabin crew member to ensure they weren't exposed to any related odors for the entire duration of the flight. Sharing the full list on the r/flightattendants subreddit, she captioned her post: 'Time to take the bus.' The note read: 'No coffee (highly allergic even to smell) No cashews. No fragrances or chemical smells. No gasoline or airplane fuel. 'I have a cashew allergy so if you could refrain from serving nuts I would appreciate it.' The passenger also mentioned that they were on 'several medications' and would, therefore, need to drink a lot of water. The note continued: 'If you could spare a large bottle of water from the onset of the flight, that would be greatly appreciated, this way I don't have to constantly ask you for more water. 'Thank you for your patience and understanding in trying to make this flight as enjoyable as possible for me I appreciate you.' Many quickly took to the comments to share their reactions to the unusual request. One person said: 'So they expect y'all just to not brew coffee for the whole flight? How are y'all supposed to control the smell of the gasoline? Another added: 'If you drink a lot of water, bring an empty water bottle or two and fill them after security. Even if everything else is true, this one makes us clear they want others to accommodate them, while doing little mitigation on their end.' Someone else added: 'Guess you should drive? I mean come on. I get severe life-threatening allergies. But you cannot dictate to everyone. It just doesn't work like that. I hate perfumes and get massive migraines from them but I'm certainly not going to make it someone else's issue.' A fourth added: 'I wonder how she got through the airport. I mean really in all honesty, the FA is supposed to deny the whole plane coffee because of 1 person? What a joke!' Meanwhile, other flight attendants chimed in with their own stories of bizarre in-flight requests. One crew member wrote: 'New flight attendant - already ready to get fired for telling off one more person that asks me to refill their water bottle and then acts pained when I give them two cups.' Another said: 'I had a passenger at boarding tell me she was allergic to everything. 'I spoke to the Captain, who said she could not fly with us. I went to relay this information and to have her deplane, and suddenly she changed the story. 'I asked "Which is it? Are you or are you not allergic to everything?" Finally, she stated "No, just peanuts." I said "Fine! We don't serve them!"' Someone else said: 'I had a passenger who was apparently deathly allergic to dogs but didn't bring an EpiPen. 'She was told that the owners of the dogs on board would be using the business class toilets as to not have any cross contamination. She still made a stink. When she was told that she could take the next flight if she was uncomfortable, she was suddenly fine to travel.' It comes after an American Airlines flight attendant revealed she had received a handwritten note from Meghan Markle in a now-viral TikTok video. Nina Vida, who lives in New York and is a flight attendant with AA, gushed about her recent experience with the Duchess of Sussex, who had boarded the plane she was working on. Dressed in her uniform, she shared her experience with her followers in a video on TikTok: 'You guys will not believe who I just had on my flight, who I had the pleasure of serving!' 'The Queen, the princess, the Duchess of Sussex! THE Meghan Markle was on my flight and she is so beautiful in person, she was so sweet. She wrote us a little handwritten note back,' she revealed, in her widely viewed TikTok video. Nina explained in the video that the cabin crew had written Meghan a note when she got on the flight, saying: 'It's a pleasure serving you, we love you real bad', signing it off from the 'AA girlies'. Meghan, who is known to love sending personalised messages and recently sent one to a podcaster who criticised her Netflix show, delighted the girls by responding in her own calligraphic scrawl with a message on a napkin. However, she apparently couldn't resist adding a little plug to her lifestyle brand, As Ever, which she has begun using as her signature sign-off in recent months. The video captures Nina showing off the note to the camera, which read: 'Dear AA girlies, thank you for the love, hospitality and handwritten note - you know me well. All love right back to you. As ever, Meghan.'
News.com.au
3 days ago
- General
- News.com.au
Moment ‘drunk' passenger hauled off flight by cops after punching cabin crew
This is the shocking moment a passenger was arrested after allegedly smacking an air hostess in the face. Footage shows the man being restrained on board a TUI plane from Spanish holiday hotspot Gran Canaria to Birmingham in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The man - who passengers say was drunk - was led away in handcuffs after appearing to strike a cabin crew member in an hour-long fit of rage, which left air hostesses in tears. Flight attendants even attempted to use a 'restraint kit' to subdue the holiday-maker, but were unable to bring him under control even after the plane had landed. It forced terrified crew members to scream for help while 220 passengers, including young kids, watched on. Dramatic clips obtained by The Sun shows the mayhem unfold as cabin crew frantically run through the aisles pleading for the emergency services. A witness told The Sun: 'It all kicked off just before 1am as we were landing in Birmingham from Las Palmas.' 'When they slammed the brakes, he was shouting that the plane was going to crash. He started shouting at the hostesses and got up to go to the toilet compartment.' 'The stewardess told him to sit back down, which he did, but then he got back up for the second time and went to the same place.' 'There was a lot of screaming and shouting between him and the crew, and then he punched an air hostess in the nose.' 'One minute he was calm, then he was throwing blows. He was extremely erratic.' A number of passengers tried to intervene to help the air hostesses as the situation became violent. The witness continued: 'Air hostesses were screaming for police in panic - they were shook up and crying. 'People had to tell them to stop screaming because it was scaring the kids - it was a nightmare.' Clapping and cheering rang through the plane after West Midlands Police officers finally got on-board. A witness told The Sun: 'The intoxicated guy put his hands up and said, 'Arrest me''. 'But then he resisted arrest.' The drunk male was forced down onto other passengers by cops who quickly surrounded and cuffed him after he resisted arrest. He was finally led away from the aircraft in handcuffs and chucked in a police van before passengers were able to exit, an hour after the ordeal began. TUI and West Midlands Police were asked to comment.
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Travel + Leisure
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Travel + Leisure
I Flew on Emirates' New Premium Economy Cabin—Here's What It Was Like
Sleeping in an economy seat has always been a challenge. As someone who has traveled on several overnight redeye flights, I understand the difficulties of trying to sleep well in an upright position with a fastened seat belt in a tight space. So when I woke up on a redeye flight refreshed and recharged, I knew Emirates had done something right. Airlines have notoriously started blurring the once-firm line between economy and first class with mid-level classes offering different creature comforts. Now, Emirates—a flagship carrier of the United Arab Emirates—unveiled its own version of "premium economy" cabin with more leg room, upgraded dining, and a more enjoyable economy experience. And this elevated version of the economy cabin is perfect for travelers looking for a premium experience without paying the big bucks of a first-class ticket. Best of all, the upgraded cabin is available on Emirates' New York-to-Europe routes, which includes the carrier's flight between Newark, New Jersey (EWR), and Athens, Greece (ATH). From there, travelers can stay in Athens, connect to another European destination, or continue with Emirates to Dubai. The service, which made its debut this spring, is being heralded as one of the best premium economy products in the marketplace by travelers due to the cabin design, dining options, and personalized service. On our flight, the Emirates cabin crew made the boarding process pleasant, with warm greetings, helpful introductions to the seat and cabin, and an attentive demeanor while previewing the upcoming flight service. The magic of the cabin continued at 30,000 feet when the meal service commenced. A multi-course meal rivaling a meal at a Michelin-starred eatery was paired perfectly with the 2012 Château Fombrauge from the airline's ample onboard wine cellar. With a satisfied stomach, I continued to enjoy the flight on the 13.3-inch high-definition screen, where I watched the Jon Chu-directed "Wicked," which looked and sounded brilliant. The built-in Bluetooth connection worked flawlessly to deliver crystal-clear audio to my noise-cancelling headphones. The aircraft offers complimentary Wi-Fi for members of Emirates' loyalty program, Skywards, which is free to join. While I wasn't planning on working or scrolling social media, the Wi-Fi was helpful to communicate to friends and family about the flight. As the credits rolled on "Wicked," it was time for me to get some rest. Upon waking, I was surprised to learn from my Apple Watch that I slept for over four hours without waking up. Most surprising of all: I wasn't even seated in the coveted window seat where I could lay against the wall—I was in the middle section, in a row of four seats. Emirates' premium economy cabin was designed by its in-house Dubai-based design team, with two goals: elevated comfort and modern style. 'From the wood panel finishing to the cream-colored leather seats with a generous pitch of up to 40 inches complete with a calf and footrest, these seats provide a spacious and relaxing flying experience,' Matthew Jones, Emirates' V.P. of the United States, said in a statement to T+L. Another luxury touch of the cabin is that both sides are curtained off, which drowns out any excess noise, lights, or interruptions from the galley or restrooms. While the elevated experiences of Emirates' first class and business class are world-renowned, premium economy is the solution for travelers who are looking for something in between. It empowers passengers to arrive at their destination rested and comfortable, while maintaining a tighter budget on the airfare cost. As an example, the Newark-to-Athens route costs an average of $12,000 in first class, and $4,450 in business, while only $1,480 in premium economy, according to Google Flight data viewed by T+L. Some passengers who book regular economy tickets, as low as $674, are provided the opportunity to upgrade to the cabin when using cash or miles. Plus, the Newark-to-Athens service provides a luxury option to a region of Europe that has fewer flight frequencies than other major European capitals such as London or Madrid. While in Athens, I took a cable car to dine at Orizontes and enjoy sweeping views of Athens; checked into the Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens, which is just a short drive from the Athens Airport; and spontaneously danced off my finale supper at Aigli Zappeiou during a summer evening concert series. And yet, one of the most memorable elements of the trip was the journey itself and being able to fall into a blissful slumber at 30,000 feet.
The Sun
4 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Shock moment ‘drunk' passenger hauled off TUI flight by cops after PUNCHING cabin crew & screaming ‘plane's going crash'
THIS is the shocking moment a drunk maniac was arrested after going berserk and allegedly smacking an air hostess in the face. Footage shows the madman being restrained on board a TUI plane from Spanish holiday hotspot Gran Canaria to Birmingham in the early hours of Tuesday morning. 3 3 The boozed-up brute was led away in handcuffs after appearing to strike a cabin crew member in an hour-long fit of rage, which left air hostesses in tears. Flight attendants even attempted to use a 'restraint kit' to subdue the holidaymaker, but were unable to bring him under control even after the plane had landed. It forced terrified crew members to scream for help while 220 passengers, including young kids, watched on. Dramatic clips obtained by The Sun shows the mayhem unfold as cabin crew frantically run through the aisles pleading for the emergency services. A witness told The Sun: 'It all kicked off just before 1am as we were landing in Birmingham from Las Palmas. 'When they slammed the brakes, he was shouting that the plane was going to crash. He started shouting at the hostesses and got up to go to the toilet compartment. 'The stewardess told him to sit back down, which he did, but then he got back up for the second time and went to the same place. 'There was a lot of screaming and shouting between him and the crew, and then he punched an air hostess in the nose. 'One minute he was calm, then he was throwing blows. He was extremely erratic.' A number of passengers tried to intervene to help the air hostesses as the situation became violent. The witness continued: 'Air hostesses were screaming for police in panic - they were shook up and crying. 'People had to tell them to stop screaming because it was scaring the kids - it was a nightmare.' Clapping and cheering rang through the plane after West Midlands Police officers finally got onboard. A witness told The Sun: 'The intoxicated guy put his hands up and said, 'Arrest me'. "But then he resisted arrest." The drunk male was forced down onto other passengers by cops who quickly surrounded and cuffed him after he resisted arrest. The drunken yob was finally led away from the aircraft in handcuffs and chucked in a police van before passengers were able to exit, an hour after the ordeal began. We previously revealed how a British woman was dragged off a flight after allegedly assaulting passengers and "making a bomb threat". And last year a "flight from hell" did a U-turn after just 36 minutes in the air, when a "mass brawl" broke out between holidaymakers. TUI and West Midlands Police were asked to comment. 3
