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"A disaster" on board: What a drunk passenger means for the Balearic Islands

How One Passenger Can Delay a Mallorca Flight

A disruptive passenger can cause delays for a whole Mallorca or Ibiza flight when takeoff is stopped.

Published: April 23, 2026
"A disaster" on board: What a drunk passenger means for the Balearic Islands

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Why can one disruptive passenger delay a whole flight to Ibiza or Mallorca?

A single incident can affect the aircraft, crew schedules, and all passengers waiting to travel. If takeoff is aborted or the person must be removed, the airline may need extra checks, police support, and a new departure slot. That is why even one aggressive passenger can create a long delay.

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