Two men restrained on Virgin Australia flight from Melbourne to Doha
Two male passengers were restrained with cable ties aboard a Virgin Australia flight after allegedly making threats.
Two male passengers were restrained on Virgin Australia's Friday flight from Melbourne to Doha after allegedly becoming violent and making threats. Crew and other passengers used cable ties to secure one man.
The second was cuffed and monitored by cabin crew for the flight's duration. Passengers reported the men allegedly headbutted and spat on flight attendants.
One witness said apparently the men claimed to have a gun and required six to seven people each to restrain them in the galley. The aircraft was met by police upon arrival in Doha, and both men were handed to local authorities.
The airline confirmed the incident but provided no further details.
- Melbourne to Doha
- Route
- Friday flight
- Timing
- 63-year-old woman seated near the two men
- Nearby passenger
Why it mattersThe incident shows how serious mid-flight disruptions can be and how crew and passengers must respond together.
AustraliaAustralian travellers face growing incidents of unruly passenger behaviour on international flights.
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