Ryanair flight: 'Racial abuse passenger' referred to police

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Originally Posted by EIFFS

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Just how much authority does a FR skipper have? can he sanction free water/soft drinks let alone a diversion to off load toads like this.

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That authority is given by the law. Regardless of commercial pressure, as the cap you are legally obliged to take any course of action required to ensure the safety of your crew, passengers and aircraft.