During a SpiceJet flight from Mumbai to Bengaluru, a passenger experienced an embarrassing ordeal, being stuck inside the airplane’s restroom for the entire duration of the flight. SpiceJet has apologized and reportedly offered a refund to the passenger. The unusual situation has caused significant online discussion.
The passenger was finally released after the flight landed at Bengaluru airport, thanks to the prompt action of ground staff and engineers who managed to open the malfunctioning and locked toilet door.
The incident occurred on a Monday night. The Mumbai-Bengaluru flight was delayed by two hours, finally taking off at 2:10 AM. The original scheduled departure was 10:55 PM. The passenger, seated in seat 14D, went to the restroom shortly after takeoff. They were unable to exit, as the door lock had jammed. The crew tried to open the door without success.
To reassure the passenger, the crew slid a handwritten note under the door, asking them to remain seated until the plane landed in Bengaluru. Images of the note quickly circulated online, with many netizens finding the situation highly entertaining and commenting on the crew member’s handwriting. The flight touched down in Bengaluru at about 3:45 AM. After landing, an airport engineer opened the door. The airline expressed its regret for the passenger’s experience and issued an apology.