SpiceJet Passenger Trapped in Airplane Bathroom for Over an Hour
Passenger considers legal action against airline, claiming injury and lack of medical aid
- A passenger on a SpiceJet flight from Mumbai to Bengaluru was trapped in the airplane's bathroom for over an hour due to a door lock malfunction.
- The crew attempted to open the door from the outside but were unsuccessful. They communicated with the passenger by slipping a note under the door, advising him to remain calm and secure himself by sitting on the closed toilet lid.
- Upon landing, an engineer was able to open the bathroom door and the passenger was provided with immediate medical support.
- SpiceJet has expressed regret and apologized for the incident, promising a full refund to the passenger.
- The passenger, however, claims he was injured during the landing and received no medical aid. He is considering legal action against the airline.