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Intoxicated Passenger Attempts Mid-Air Door Opener

HYDERABAD – In a dramatic incident aboard an Indore-Hyderabad flight, an intoxicated passenger suffering from mental health issues attempted to open the aircraft door mid-flight.

The unsettling event occurred on May 21 but only came to public attention on Friday. Quick-thinking crew members and fellow passengers successfully restrained the individual, averting a potential disaster. The passenger, a resident of Quthbullapur, reportedly misbehaved throughout the flight, culminating in the dangerous attempt as the plane approached Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The RGI Airport police arrested the man upon landing. His family later presented medical documentation indicating his psychiatric condition, resulting in his release on station bail. Initial reports indicated that the man’s erratic behaviour began shortly after the flight departed from Indore. He initially disturbed other passengers by throwing chips and water, prompting the crew to issue multiple warnings. He was eventually given a ‘red warning card’ for his disruptive conduct.

Despite efforts to manage his behaviour, including moving him to a different seat, the man continued to cause concern. He requested to rejoin his friends, with whom he had travelled on a pilgrimage to Indore. After this request was granted, he behaved normally for a short period before resuming his disruptive actions. The situation escalated dangerously when the man attempted to open the aircraft door as the plane was preparing to land. Crew members and passengers swiftly intervened, forcefully restraining him and ensuring he remained seated until the aircraft safely landed. One passenger recounted the tense moments, describing how the man moved aimlessly in the aisle despite repeated warnings, culminating in his attempt to open the door just before landing.

Upon the flight’s arrival and safe disembarkation, the man was handed over to airport police. His family’s subsequent intervention and provision of medical proof of his psychiatric condition resulted in his release on bail. This incident underscores the challenges faced by airline crews in managing passengers with mental health issues, particularly when exacerbated by intoxication. It also highlights the importance of swift and decisive action in ensuring the safety and security of all passengers aboard. The aviation industry continues to explore and implement measures to effectively handle such situations, ensuring that similar incidents are managed with the utmost care and professionalism.

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