“I Thought These Only Happen in America”: SA Amazed by Ghetto Fight on FlySafair Flight

• South Africans were amazed by a woman who created havoc on a Fly Safair flight on boxing day with her alarming behaviour
• The lady was under the influence of alcohol and disrupted the peace during heavy turbulence after being denied more intoxicating beverages
• People on board were baffled by the lady’s abrasive behaviour as she threatened everybody 
• Briefly News reached out to the South African Police Services to hear more about the case
• FlySafair Marketing manager also shared the wellbeing of the assaulted flight attendant and the aftermath of the incident

It has not been a blissful season when it comes to aircraft news in South Africa since the ghetto operations in OR Tambo.

Multiple events have underwhelmed travellers, including a story of a woman’s luggage being fiddled with.

SA amazed by ghetto fight on FlySafair flight

Videos of a woman screaming and fighting with the staff of FlySafair trended on TikTok. Mzansi wanted to find out the root of the incident, and one lady on the flight from Durban to Cape Town documented the scene.

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Cheyenne Hawkins reported that a lady who goes by the name Nobuntu Mkhize caused havoc after boarding a flight under the influence of alcohol. The lady assaulted one of the flight attendants after refusing to give the lady more alcohol per their policy.

Mkhize threatened to destroy lives after claiming to be associated with the ANC and insulted passengers on board. Her reactions were caught on camera, leaving the country stunned.

She was escorted by police and kept at a nearby police station overnight.

Watch the video below:

SAPS updates Briefly News about disruptive Fly Safair case

Sergeant Wesley Twigg, a media liaison officer at the Western Cape South African Police Services, explained to Briefly News that officials were still looking into the incident:

“Cases of crimen injuria and assault were registered for investigation. The circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation.”

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FlySafair shares information about aftermath of flight incident

The Chief Marketing Officer, Kirby Gordon, explained to Briefly News just how Mkhize’s case had a positive impact on the brand and touched a bit on the assaulted cabin crew’s wellbeing:

“We do not see this isolated incident as an indictment on our brand. On the contrary, we believe the swift and professional handling of the situation by our crew reflects positively on the values and standards we uphold as an airline.

“It is important to note that this behaviour stemmed from the actions of an individual and does not reflect the environment we foster or our operations.

“Lastly, FlySafair has always been proactive in ensuring a safe and comfortable experience for our passengers and crew. We regularly review and enhance our training and protocols to mitigate any risks of such incidents. Our commitment to safety and exceptional service remains steadfast.

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“In respect to their privacy, we will not provide specific details about the affected team members. However, we can confirm that the matter has been addressed with the utmost professionalism, and our crew member is being supported as needed.”

Mzansi reacts to lady assaulting flight attendant 

Social media users were amazed by a lady’s ghetto behaviour mid-air:

@Shreya wrote:

“Personally, if I were that flight attendant, I would’ve never been able to keep my cool.”

@zulyga_patel01 was stunned:

“I thought these only happen in America.”

@smakymathoho pointed out:

“It seems like flight drama is getting more interesting than taxi drama. Here, fear is not detected at all.”

@The_Rajap highlighted:

“I see she took boxing day literally.”

@carmen_goosen commented:

“Eh, December in South Africa makes people lose class, it seems.”

3 More flight-related stories by Briefly News

• “My Holiday Is Ruined”: SA reacts to ghetto operations at OR Tambo International Airport
• Lady shares suitcase being fiddled with at SA airport, Mzansi disappointed
• FlySafair expects no festive season disruptions

Source: Briefly News