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Tenerife-Bound Flight From Edinburgh Given Priority Landing After Reported Crew Assault

Key details remain unconfirmed as the incident was disclosed in air traffic controllers’ posts on X.

Overview

  • A flight from Edinburgh to Tenerife South on December 5 received a priority approach after a reported in-flight altercation, according to Air Traffic Spain.
  • Controllers said a cabin crew member was allegedly assaulted during the incident onboard.
  • The crew requested medical assistance and a police presence to meet the aircraft upon arrival at Tenerife South Airport.
  • The operating carrier has not been officially confirmed, with UK outlets citing unverified reports naming Jet2.
  • No official updates have been issued on the crew member’s condition or any arrests, and Jet2 and the airport have been contacted for comment.