Fellow passengers tackle and restrain erratic man with cable ties mid-flight

Passengers tackled a man acting erratically on a flight bound for Sydney. They bound him to his seat with cable ties.

Why it mattersWhen a passenger becomes dangerous at cruising altitude hours from landing, ordinary travelers must take action. This raises questions about flight safety rules and how well passengers are protected.

AustraliaSydney airport and Australian Federal Police will need to manage the passenger upon arrival, and airlines must review how they handle disruptive passengers on international flights.

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