An employment tribunal has ruled that EasyJet acted within its rights when it dismissed a First Officer arrested and charged with rape, even though prosecutors later dropped all charges. The decision highlights how reputational risk in safety-critical aviation roles can justify dismissal before a criminal verdict is reached.
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A British passenger has accused easyJet (U2) of poor communication after a flight from Heraklion (HER) to Manchester (MAN) was diverted to Milan (MXP), leaving her stranded for more than 13 hours and forced to sleep on an airport floor.
Five EasyJet passengers left a Southend flight over weight limits. Experts explain why short runways and wind affect take-offs.
easyJet opens Marrakech base with 3 aircraft, adds 6 new Morocco routes, and extends year-round service on key European connections.
Passengers flying with EasyJet (U2) from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) faced severe disruption after long EU border queues caused more than 100 travellers to miss their flight.
EasyJet flight EJU4874 aborts landing at Paris Orly after wedding fireworks near runway on Easter Sunday 2026. All passengers safe.
easyJet (U2) has announced an expanded schedule that significantly strengthens air links between Lisbon (LIS) and key destinations in the United Kingdom.
easyJet flight EZY439 returns to Glasgow after a cabin crew medical emergency forces the Glasgow-to-Jersey service to divert mid-flight.
A passenger on an easyJet (U2) flight from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Belfast International Airport (BFS) has criticized the airline after an onboard medical emergency led to a diversion and costly travel complications.
Ramiz Idrizi, 38, was convicted after drinking heavily on an easyJet flight from Paris to Belfast, attempting to sexually assault a girl under 13, assaulting another passenger, and punching the aircraft fuselage.