Israelis stuck on plane and demanding to get off, pilot threatens to call police
An Arkia plane en route to Mykonos landed in Athens due to a technical malfunction. Israelis have been stuck on board for over an hour and are demanding to leave, against crew instructions. Among the passengers is music producer Skazi.
Chaos on a flight: Following a malfunction discovered on an Arkia plane that was en route from Israel to Mykonos on Tuesday, the aircraft was forced to land in Athens to repair the fault. As a result, many passengers have been stuck on board for over an hour and are demanding to get off, contrary to the crew's instructions.
During the wait, the pilot threatened the passengers: "I will call the police if you do not sit in your seats." An Arkia flight attendant clarified: "I ask that you do not act violently." Among the Israelis stuck on the plane is electronic music creator Asher Swissa, known as Skazi.
In footage published by the musician, the flight attendant's explanation is heard: "The representative on behalf of Arkia for this flight is speaking. There is a malfunction in the plane because of which we could not land at the airport in Mykonos, and we are waiting for a vehicle to take us. I truly apologize." Afterward, the pilot is heard stating: "I ask that you sit still. This is the last time I am asking—otherwise, I will call the police."
Arkia stated in response: "Following a hydraulic malfunction discovered during the flight, the plane landed normally and safely at the airport in Athens, where there is an optimal facility for handling the issue. Maintenance crews are working to repair it, and the flight is expected to continue to Mykonos as soon as possible."
