A SpiceJet flight from Mumbai to Bengaluru witnessed an unusual event when a passenger was stuck inside the lavatory for the duration of the flight. The airline has apologized and reportedly offered a refund for the ticket. The incident has elicited a variety of reactions from the public.
The passenger’s ordeal ended only after the plane landed in Bengaluru. Ground staff and engineers were able to open the malfunctioning toilet door.
The incident reportedly transpired on a Monday night. The Mumbai-Bengaluru flight was significantly delayed, eventually departing at 2:10 AM, two hours after its scheduled time of 10:55 PM. The passenger, seated in seat 14D, entered the restroom soon after takeoff, but the door jammed shut, creating a mid-air predicament.
Crew members tried to assist the passenger but the lock wouldn’t budge. To comfort the passenger, a handwritten note was slipped under the door. The note advised the passenger to stay calm and remain seated on the toilet seat until the flight landed in Bengaluru.
The crew’s note went viral, sparking amusement online. Some people commented on the handwriting, while others found the whole situation humorous. The flight touched down in Bengaluru at roughly 3:45 AM. Following the landing, an airport engineer intervened to open the door. The airline subsequently apologized to the passenger for the experience.