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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.
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