Overview

• German Federal Police arrested the passenger after the aircraft landed at Cologne Bonn Airport at about 7:20 p.m. local time on Thursday.
• Police and reports say she punched, kicked, insulted, and threatened passengers and cabin crew during the flight.
• Authorities placed her in custody to sober up and denied her entry to Germany, with removal to the UK expected.
• The diverted aircraft later developed a technical issue and could not depart, so passengers waited for a replacement plane to continue to Cyprus.
• The Federal Police issued a public warning that alcohol can have stronger effects in flight and urged responsible consumption to protect safety.