iStockA Ryanair passenger was arrested on an outstanding warrant after he was caught “smoking on a plane”.
Police were called to Edinburgh Airport on Tuesday after receiving reports of a passenger smoking on board a flight travelling from Lanzarote.
The passenger was removed from aircraft after landing at the airport.
A 43-year-old man was subsequently arrested due to an outstanding warrant.
A spokesperson for Ryanair said: “The crew of this flight from Lanzarote to Edinburgh, July 30, called ahead for police assistance after a passenger was found smoking onboard.
“The aircraft was met by local police upon arrival at Edinburgh Airport and this passenger was removed. This is now a matter for local police.”
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “A 43-year-old man was arrested in connection with an outstanding warrant at Edinburgh Airport on Thursday, July 31, 2024.
“Enquiries are ongoing.”
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