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Brawl erupts on Ryanair flight after tourist 'ignored seatbelt sign'

Crew called police after a disruptive passenger sparked a fight that delayed the descent, and the video drew more than 90,000 views online.

  • On Monday, October 5, a Ryanair flight from London Stansted to Ibiza descended into chaos as a mid-air brawl erupted between passengers at 35,000ft.
  • The incident began when a 28-year-old passenger refused to return to his seat despite the seatbelt sign being on, insisting on using the 'toilet' instead.
  • Harry Watson, a passenger from Northampton, witnessed the escalation, recounting that 'everyone started shouting at him' while a female crew member screamed 'sit down' to restore order.
  • The disruption forced the aircraft to delay its landing while circling. Upon arrival at Ibiza Airport, Police arrested and handcuffed the disruptive passenger.
  • Ryanair confirmed the passenger was removed, stating it maintains a 'strict zero tolerance policy towards passenger misconduct.' Footage of the altercation went viral, garnering over 90,000 views.
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Shortly before the landing of an Ryanair aircraft from London-Stansted towards Ibiza, chaos erupts. Due to a disturbing passenger, the aircraft has to start a second run, leading to delays and a fight.

·Zürich, Switzerland
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dailymail.com broke the news on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
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