In a surprising turn of events, a woman recorded the moment her flight’s pilot announced a delay due to an “extra passenger” boarding the plane. This unusual situation unfolded as Yasmin, traveling from London Luton Airport to Barcelona on Saturday, August 24, documented her experience on TikTok.
According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, roughly 74.25% of U.S. flights arrive on time, highlighting that while delays are common, some causes are quite strange.
Once the chaos subsided, the pilot addressed the passengers over the intercom, explaining the mix-up: “They allowed an extra passenger onto the flight and every seat was taken, unfortunately, but we’ve managed to resolve the situation now.” Yasmin shared this revelation in a TikTok video under the handle @yasminleannehickl.
Yasmin expressed her disbelief at EasyJet’s handling of the situation, stating, “I was shocked and bewildered. They are a well-established airline and should be better prepared.” While the delay wasn’t significant, it left her unimpressed.
This incident echoes previous criticisms of EasyJet, which recently faced backlash over a traveler’s share of an unappetizing in-flight meal compared to the advertised option. Just last year, the airline was in the spotlight when over a dozen passengers were removed from a plane due to weight limit issues.
Overall, the incident raises questions about airline preparedness and customer service, reminding us that even big names in the industry aren’t immune to operational hiccups.