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Jetstar Flight Returns to Bali After Passenger Attempts to Open Door Mid-Flight

The disruptive passenger was arrested upon landing, and passengers are being rebooked on alternative flights.

  • A Jetstar flight from Bali to Melbourne turned back after a passenger attempted to open an aircraft door mid-flight over the Indian Ocean.
  • The female passenger managed to lift the door's handle, triggering an alert that prompted the crew to act swiftly.
  • The captain decided to return to Denpasar Airport, where the passenger was arrested by local authorities.
  • The flight, carrying over 200 passengers and crew, was canceled, with passengers now being rebooked on alternative flights.
  • Jetstar reaffirmed its commitment to safety, condemning the passenger's behavior as unacceptable and thanking the crew for their response.
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