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Canberra Woman Due in Court Over Alleged Assault on Perth-Bound Flight

The case returns to Perth Magistrates Court on Friday.

Overview

  • Police allege she forcibly grabbed a flight attendant's arm and head during pre-takeoff in Canberra on December 13.
  • The welfare check followed reports of erratic behavior toward another passenger.
  • The crew member sustained minor injuries, according to the AFP.
  • Officers boarded after landing in Perth, escorted her off, and say she was argumentative and aggressive toward police.
  • She faces two charges carrying maximum $16,500 fines each: assaulting aircraft crew, and offensive and disorderly conduct on an aircraft.