Viral Video Shows Shouting, Chaos Onboard London-to-Glasgow Flight
A man has been arrested after shouting alarming threats mid-flight on an EasyJet service from London Luton Airport to Glasgow on Sunday evening, triggering panic among passengers and prompting a swift police response upon landing.
Footage circulating on social media shows the 41-year-old man loudly shouting, “I am going to bomb the plane,” while other passengers look on in shock. He was also heard yelling, “Death to America, death to Trump,” and the Arabic phrase “Allahu Akbar” — which translates to “God is great.”
Fellow Passenger Tackles Suspect Mid-Air
In the video, a male passenger can be seen stepping in to restrain the disruptive man, tackling him to the ground as flight crew and other travelers tried to deescalate the situation.
Despite the tense moments, EasyJet confirmed that the flight continued safely and was not compromised at any point. No injuries were reported.
Police and Counterterror Officers Investigating
Police Scotland confirmed they boarded the aircraft immediately after its arrival at Glasgow Airport and took the suspect into custody.
“Officers boarded the plane on its arrival and a 41-year-old man was arrested and remains in custody. Enquiries are continuing,” police said in a statement.
They added that specialist counterterrorism officers are currently reviewing the footage as part of a wider assessment, although no immediate threat to aviation security has been identified.
Trump in Scotland Amid Global Attention
The timing of the incident drew additional scrutiny as U.S. President Donald Trump is also in Scotland, visiting his Turnberry golf resort. Trump, who is midway through a multi-day trip, recently announced a surprise agreement with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to ease transatlantic trade tensions and prevent a broader tariff escalation.
So far, there has been no official indication that the in-flight outburst was linked to Trump’s presence in the country.
Airline Statement Reassures Public
EasyJet, in a statement shared with the Glasgow Times, emphasized that all appropriate safety procedures were followed.
“The safety of the flight and other customers was not compromised at any time,” the airline said.
