Federal Judge Orders British Airline Passenger to Pay $20,638 for Interfering with Flight Crew

A recent ruling by a federal judge has determined that a British airline passenger is required to pay a hefty fine of $20,638 for causing disruption to the flight crew on a United Airlines flight from London to Newark, New Jersey. The incident took place on March 1 and resulted in the flight being diverted due to the unruly behavior of the passenger.

Details of the Incident

According to the Department of Justice, the disruptive passenger engaged in a heated argument with his girlfriend during the flight, leading to a confrontation with the flight crew. The situation escalated to the point where the crew felt it necessary to divert the flight in order to address the disturbance and ensure the safety of all passengers and crew members on board.

Legal Consequences

As a result of his actions, the passenger has been ordered to pay a significant fine as restitution for the costs incurred by United Airlines due to the diversion of the flight. This ruling serves as a reminder that interfering with flight crew members is a serious offense that can have legal and financial consequences.

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