News · 22 July 2026

EasyJet flight returns to Tenerife after 10-person brawl

An easyJet flight from Tenerife to Liverpool was forced to turn back on Tuesday evening after a fight involving around 10 passengers broke out onboard. The aircraft's captain opted to head back to the Spanish island approximately 30 minutes after takeoff due to the safety risk. Police met the aircraft at Tenerife South airport at the crew's request, and the flight then continued to Liverpool.

By BriefTea Editorial · 22 July 2026 at 12:39

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