Jet2 cabin crew ‘attacked’ during UK to Tenerife flight as police swarm plane

A Jet2 flight packed with passengers en route to Tenerife had to be given priority landing after a cabin crew member was reportedly attacked. The shocking incident happened earlier today on board a flight from Edinburgh to the tourist hotspot when a fight broke out.

It is believed that the crew asked for medical assistance and the presence of the police upon arrival at the airport. As reported by air traffic controllers on the social network ‘X’, there was a fight during the journey in which a cabin crew member (TCP) was reportedly attacked. Faced with the situation, the crew asked for medical assistance and the presence of the police upon arrival at the airport.

The post on X said: “Incident on board flight from Edinburgh arriving at Tenerife South.

“The crew requests medical assistance and police presence upon arrival due to a fight where, apparently, the flight attendant was assaulted.

“We prioritise shortening their approach to the maximum while coordinating ground assistance with the airport.

“All our support to the crew and passengers who have to endure these such unpleasant situations.”

The flight was a Jet2 service from Edinburgh to Tenerife South.

A spokesperson said: “We can confirm that police were called to offload a disruptive passenger from flight LS739 earlier today.”

For the moment, no further details have emerged about the status of the TCP or about possible arrests or sanctions.