SUNDAY DEC 10, 2023
×
Search AeroXplorer
Flight Attendants Allegedly Attacked by Passenger on American Airlines Flight

Flight Attendants Allegedly Attacked by Passenger on American Airlines Flight

BY BHAVYA VELANI 05/12/2023 AGO 2 COMMENTS

According to a criminal complaint, a businessman named Robert David Croizat allegedly attacked a flight attendant for her alleged unprofessional behavior during an American Airlines flight from Barbados to South Florida.

 

The incident happened halfway through the four-hour flight.

 

Photo: AeroXplorer | Jamie Chapman

 

American Airlines Passenger Attacked Flight Attendant

 

According to the complaint, Croizat became enraged because he felt that the flight attendant did not show enough respect while explaining the meal options during the international flight from Barbados to South Florida.
 

He was not unhappy with the choices but rather the way in which they were communicated to him.

Less than two hours into the flight, Robert David Croizat approached a flight attendant, causing a disturbance.

 



ADVERTISEMENT • REMOVE ALL ADS

Photo: AeroXplorer | Michael Szczesniak

 

He allegedly demanded to speak with the flight's captain and continued aggressively and loudly ordering the flight attendants to bring the captain out. However, his behavior escalated to the point where another passenger had to intervene and physically restrain him in his seat.

 

The complaint states that several flight attendants were mentioned in the incident report.

According to the complaint, the second flight attendant strategically positioned her serving cart in front of the cockpit door to prevent Croizat from trying to contact the captain again.

 

Photo: AeroXplorer | Sam B.



ADVERTISEMENT • REMOVE ALL ADS

 

The captain then contacted air traffic control to report the incident, which he described as an attempted breach of the cockpit. When the flight landed in Miami, the authorities took Croizat into custody.

 

Criminal Case against American Airlines Passenger

 

Croizat's attorney filed a motion stating that he was traveling to Miami to visit his son for five days, and his son co-signed his father's bond. Later, Croizat expressed concern about the lengthy legal proceedings in America and the financial burden of renting an Airbnb while waiting for his case to be resolved.

 

As a result, the court ordered him to surrender his passport to prevent him from leaving the country.

Croizat requested temporary permission to return home, but his request was denied.

 

Photo: AeroXplorer | Peter Lam



ADVERTISEMENT • REMOVE ALL ADS

 

Unruly Passengers

 

In 2022, the FAA received 2,455 reports of disruptive passengers on board flights, resulting in 831 investigations, reported Dailymail UK.

 

Along with law enforcement taking legal action against such offenders, the FAA also imposed $8.4 million in fines for their misconduct.

 



ADVERTISEMENT • REMOVE ALL ADS

Photo: AeroXplorer | Jordan Shaffer

 

Robert David Croizat, the accused in this case, is set to plead guilty on Wednesday in Miami federal court to a misdemeanor charge of assault and interference with a flight crew. A recent event on a Frontier Airlines flight involved a disruptive passenger who was removed from the plane by fellow passengers, according to the report.

Bhavya Velani
An Aircraft maintenance engineering graduate and passionate aviation journalist with experience in working with a renowned publication such as Airlive, Airways Magazine Aviation A2Z,etc During my free time, I watch documentaries and read nonfiction books.

Comments (2)

Kim Flight Attendant’s job is to ensure the safety of passengers. Serving food and beverages is a courtesy. They are well trained and the support of the pilots +. If a U.S. Marshall had been on this flight, the perpetrator would have been in serious trouble. Thanks to the passenger who restrained this man. Don’t mess with Flight Attendants, pilots, or other passengers. You won’t like the outcome.
192d ago • Reply
Shelley Newman Well written article given what I am sure are sketchy details. This guy got enraged because he felt dis respected. He has a high opinion of himself and a male ego. Love how mansplaining is getting guys in trouble.
205d ago • Reply

Add Your Comment

SHARE

TAGS

NEWS American Airlines Barbados Miami Travel Unruly Passenger Incident Travel

RECENTLY PUBLISHED

What Happens If a Passenger Dies Mid-Flight? While such incidents are extremely rare we can't be unprepared for it. Things can happen, whether we are at ground level or 35,000 feet in the air. That's why the FAA and IATA have set procedures in case such an incident does occur. INFORMATIONAL READ MORE »
Inside the UAE's Plans for Continued Global Leadership in Aviation The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become one of the world's major players in the aviation industry over the past two decades. Emirates and Etihad Airways are synonymous with global connectivity and major lifestyle brands, while Dubai and Abu Dhabi have become major business and leisure travel destinations. The UAE is expanding its airport infrastructure and leading discussions on decarbonizing aviation to maintain its global leadership in the aviation sector. NEWS READ MORE »
Airbus's Worst Selling Aircraft: A Closer Look at the A330-800neo The Airbus A330-800 never became a large component of airline fleets. The plane has received only 12 orders over the past nine years, compared to the hundreds of orders for the A330-900 during the same period. Many carriers prefer the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and other aircraft for multiple reasons. We look deeper into why the A330-800 has failed to take off within the industry. STORIES READ MORE »


SHOP

$2999
NEW!AeroXplorer Aviation Sweater Use code AVGEEK for 10% off! BUY NOW

FOLLOW US ONLINE