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Police Called to easyJet BelfastHurghada Flight After Disruption, Departure Pushed to Sunday

The airline rescheduled the service after the delay meant the crew exceeded safety‑regulated hours.

Overview

  • Police attended the aircraft before departure in response to a group of disruptive customers, according to easyJet.
  • The incident involved flight EZY3077 from Belfast International to Hurghada, originally scheduled to depart at 12:55 pm on 3 January.
  • PSNI said it assisted Belfast International Airport Constabulary with the disembarkation of passengers.
  • The delay led the crew to reach their legally limited duty time, prompting the flight to be moved to Sunday morning.
  • easyJet said it is providing hotel accommodation and meals for affected customers and reiterated its zero‑tolerance stance on disruptive behaviour.