Tigerair Bans Passenger Who Slapped Flight Attendant, Pursues Legal Action for Endangering Flight Safety
A 71-year-old passenger slapped a 33-year-old flight attendant on a Tigerair Taiwan flight from Fukushima to Taoyuan. Tigerair Taiwan has placed the passenger on a no-fly list and will pursue legal action for endangering flight safety. The airline emphasized its zero-tolerance policy for disruptive behavior and its commitment to protecting its employees' rights and ensuring a safe working environment.
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The National Police Agency Aviation Police Bureau received a report from Tigerair Taiwan at around 7 PM on April 3rd, stating that a passenger on flight IT753 from Fukushima, Japan, to Taoyuan Airport had assaulted a flight attendant. Investigations revealed that a 71-year-old female passenger, Ms. Zhang, believed she had been bumped by a 33-year-old female flight attendant, Ms. Liu, causing injury to her right cheek and head. During the dispute, Ms. Zhang slapped Ms. Liu.
After the incident, Tigerair Taiwan stated that it operates with "flight safety first" as its cornerstone and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards passenger disturbances and violence. The airline commended the crew's performance and response to the incident and will evaluate placing the passenger on a blacklist according to procedures, while also providing care for the affected crew member.
Tigerair Taiwan issued a three-point statement today, reiterating its strongest condemnation of such serious infringements on employee dignity and personal safety, which occurred when a passenger lost control and slapped a cabin crew member on duty during the flight. The airline firmly believes that every dedicated employee deserves due respect.
Tigerair Taiwan pointed out its commitment to providing a safe and secure working environment. For passenger attacks on cabin crew, the airline will fully defend the legal rights of its employees and has commissioned lawyers to assist the affected colleague in establishing a safe workplace.
Tigerair Taiwan emphasized its "zero-tolerance for flight safety" stance, stating that the safety of crew members on duty is closely related to flight safety. To protect the rights of all colleagues and passengers, those who exhibit irrational behavior on board and endanger flight safety have been placed on a no-fly list, and future cases will be handled similarly. The airline will also pursue relevant legal responsibilities for passengers endangering flight safety.
Tigerair Taiwan stated that it has always regarded flight safety and workplace safety as core to its business operations, striving to create a safe, comfortable, and secure flying environment. It also thanked the passengers on the same flight for their cooperation and the public for their concern regarding this incident. (Edited by Li Hengshan) 1150408
After the incident, Tigerair Taiwan stated that it operates with "flight safety first" as its cornerstone and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards passenger disturbances and violence. The airline commended the crew's performance and response to the incident and will evaluate placing the passenger on a blacklist according to procedures, while also providing care for the affected crew member.
Tigerair Taiwan issued a three-point statement today, reiterating its strongest condemnation of such serious infringements on employee dignity and personal safety, which occurred when a passenger lost control and slapped a cabin crew member on duty during the flight. The airline firmly believes that every dedicated employee deserves due respect.
Tigerair Taiwan pointed out its commitment to providing a safe and secure working environment. For passenger attacks on cabin crew, the airline will fully defend the legal rights of its employees and has commissioned lawyers to assist the affected colleague in establishing a safe workplace.
Tigerair Taiwan emphasized its "zero-tolerance for flight safety" stance, stating that the safety of crew members on duty is closely related to flight safety. To protect the rights of all colleagues and passengers, those who exhibit irrational behavior on board and endanger flight safety have been placed on a no-fly list, and future cases will be handled similarly. The airline will also pursue relevant legal responsibilities for passengers endangering flight safety.
Tigerair Taiwan stated that it has always regarded flight safety and workplace safety as core to its business operations, striving to create a safe, comfortable, and secure flying environment. It also thanked the passengers on the same flight for their cooperation and the public for their concern regarding this incident. (Edited by Li Hengshan) 1150408
FAQ
What incident occurred on the flight?
A 71-year-old female passenger slapped a 33-year-old female flight attendant on Tigerair Taiwan flight IT753.
How did Tigerair Taiwan respond?
The airline placed the passenger on a no-fly list and announced it would pursue legal action for endangering flight safety.