What should have been an ordinary flight from Jeddah to London took a dramatic turn when a passenger caused panic just moments after landing at Heathrow.
Families and fellow travelers described the atmosphere as “chaotic” and “frightening” as the unexpected scene unfolded.
Clash With Cabin Crew
According to reports, the trouble began when a 33-year-old man argued with a flight attendant.
The confrontation escalated quickly, and the passenger allegedly struck the crew member before demanding to get off the plane immediately—even though the aircraft had not yet reached its designated stand.
Attempt To Open The Cabin Door
Things became even more alarming when the passenger attempted to open one of the cabin doors.
Pilots were forced to slam on the brakes while taxiing the Boeing 787 Dreamliner towards Terminal 4.
They immediately called for urgent assistance as the situation grew tense.
Emergency Response On The Runway
In a swift reaction, police officers, firefighters, airport security, and paramedics rushed to the aircraft.
Dramatic photos from the scene showed fire trucks, police vehicles, and ambulances surrounding the plane.
Rescue stairs were quickly brought to the aircraft’s side, allowing officers to storm on board and intervene.
Passengers Left Frightened
For those seated inside, the ordeal was unnerving.
“It was chaos on board and very frightening for families,” a source familiar with the incident said.
Many passengers on flight SV119 were visibly shaken as they witnessed the outburst unfold just minutes before reaching safety.
Arrest And Investigation
Once the plane finally reached the gate, police boarded and arrested the passenger.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed the man, aged 33, was detained on suspicion of endangering an aircraft, assault, disorderly behavior, and causing damage.
He has since been released under investigation while inquiries continue.
Minimal Disruption At Heathrow
Despite the alarming incident, airport operations at Heathrow remained unaffected.
However, the return leg of the journey, flight SV120, was delayed by nearly four hours as crews dealt with the aftermath.
What Comes Next?
Authorities are still piecing together the full details of what led to the outburst.
For now, the passenger faces serious allegations, including endangering lives and threatening the safety of the aircraft.
The case remains under investigation, with further updates expected as officials review statements and onboard reports.
