Passenger Jumps from Taxiing Plane at Chennai Airport, Causes Security Alert
'Vomited Twice On Board': Flyer Opens Emergency Exit, Jumps Off Moving Plane At Chennai Airport
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A 34-year-old passenger on an Air Arabia flight from Sharjah to Chennai jumped out of the aircraft after opening an emergency exit while it was taxiing on Sunday. The incident, triggered by the passenger's reported illness, led to a security response and temporary disruption at Chennai International Airport.
- 01A passenger jumped from a moving plane at Chennai International Airport.
- 02The incident occurred after the flight from Sharjah landed and was taxiing.
- 03The passenger reportedly felt unwell and had vomited twice during the flight.
- 04Security forces responded quickly, and the main runway was temporarily closed.
- 05No injuries or damage to the aircraft were reported.
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On Sunday, a 34-year-old passenger aboard an Air Arabia flight from Sharjah to Chennai made headlines by jumping out of the aircraft after opening an emergency exit while it was still taxiing at Chennai International Airport. The incident occurred shortly after the plane, carrying 231 passengers, landed and was moving slowly on the taxiway. Reports indicate that the passenger had been feeling unwell and had vomited twice during the flight, which may have influenced his decision to exit the plane. Airport officials confirmed that there was no loss of life or damage to the aircraft. The pilot immediately notified ground authorities, prompting a swift response from the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), who secured the individual and handed him over to police for questioning. The incident caused a temporary disruption at the airport, with the main runway closed from 03:23 am to 04:23 am for safety precautions, leading to the diversion of other flights. An investigation into the safety breach is underway, though officials have confirmed that no injuries occurred among passengers or crew.
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The incident caused temporary disruptions at Chennai International Airport, affecting flight schedules and passenger movement.
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