Four passengers removed from easyJet flight for vaping

On September 22, 2026, four British passengers—three women and one man—were removed from an easyJet flight traveling from Larnaca to Birmingham by police. The group had repeatedly used electronic cigarettes during the five-hour flight, despite numerous warnings from cabin crew and complaints from surrounding passengers. Witness accounts, supported by mobile phone footage, indicate that the passengers attempted to conceal the devices between their legs throughout the journey.

Upon arrival, the flight was delayed for over 20 minutes as police officers boarded the aircraft to address the disruptive behavior. An easyJet staff member informed the group that law enforcement was waiting for them before an officer requested they disembark. A grey-haired woman was the first to leave, followed by the others. EasyJet confirmed the incident, stating that their cabin crew are trained to manage disruptive situations and that the airline maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding such behavior. The incident concluded with the group being escorted off the plane while other passengers remained seated, waiting for the process to be completed.