Indigo: When pilot announced delay in flight, passenger attacked him, video went viral, investigation instituted

Indigo: A passenger attacked the flight captain after growing enraged at the weather-related delay in the plane's takeoff from Delhi. On social media, a video of this occurrence is becoming very popular.

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 10:02 AM (IST)
Indigo: When pilot announced delay in flight, passenger attacked him, video went viral, investigation instituted

The terrible weather is still causing flight delays. Meanwhile, a passenger on a plane in Delhi became so enraged by the flight's delay in taking off that he attacked the captain. On social media, a video of this occurrence is becoming very popular.

In this video, the man can be seen punching the pilot. The aviation security agency has taken cognizance of the incident and started investigating the matter. It is reported that this incident happened when the pilot was informing the passengers on the microphone about the delay of the flight from Delhi to Goa due to fog. During this time the passenger punched the pilot.

On Sunday, this occurrence occurred at 1 p.m. Passenger has been identified as Sahil Kataria. "We will take appropriate legal action against the accused," the Delhi Police stated in response to this occurrence. Additionally, Indigo has complained to the traveller.

Following the incident, people's emotions became widely visible as the video became viral. "What can a pilot do regarding flight delay?" inquired one user. All he was doing was his duty. Arresting this person and adding them to the no-fly list is a good idea. His photo ought to be released to the public so that others are aware of his inappropriate actions.

"A case should be registered for attacking this person," remarked a different user. Add it to the list of things not to fly. This passenger's behaviour is not acceptable.

Muskan Kumawat Journalist & Content Writer