London-Bucharest plane was forced to make an unscheduled stop in Budapest – UPDATE

A Ryanair flight from London was forced to make an unscheduled stop at Budapest’s Liszt Ferenc International Airport on Tuesday because of an unruly passenger, the airport’s operator said.

Police arrived at the scene and handled the situation after the plane which was headed to Bucharest landed, Budapest Airport told MTI. The plane will resume its journey after refuelling, they said.

Ryanair statement

“This London Stansted to Bucharest flight (10 Jan) diverted to Budapest due to a disruptive passenger on board. Police removed the passenger and the flight continued to Bucharest following a minor delay.

 We sincerely apologise to passengers for any inconvenience caused as a result of this short delay.”

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