Passenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, Arrested

A 34-year-old passenger was arrested at Chennai International Airport after opening an emergency exit door on an Air Arabia flight that had just arrived from Sharjah. The aircraft, carrying 231 passengers, was taxiing when the incident occurred, prompting the pilot to halt immediately and alert authorities. CISF personnel boarded the plane and secured the situation. Officials are investigating the motive, and the passenger’s mental health is being assessed. No injuries were reported.