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Police Removal of Disruptive Passengers Forces Cancellation of BelfastHurghada Flight

The delay pushed crew beyond duty limits, triggering a reschedule with hotel support for passengers.

Overview

  • EasyJet flight EZY3077, scheduled to depart Belfast International for Hurghada at 12:55pm on Saturday, January 3, was attended by police before take-off after reports of a disruptive group onboard.
  • The Police Service of Northern Ireland said it assisted the Belfast International Airport Constabulary with disembarking passengers and offered no further details about the disturbance.
  • The resulting delay meant the crew reached their safety‑regulated operating hours, leading the airline to reschedule the service to the following morning.
  • EasyJet said affected customers were provided hotel accommodation and meals and reiterated that cabin crew are trained to act to protect safety.
  • The airline emphasized a zero‑tolerance approach to disruptive behaviour, and no arrests or additional operational details were reported in the coverage.