Hi Guys
Al Fakhem says
"Upon arrival at DAC there was further turmoil, as pax were not allowed to stand up and deplane before airport authorities had boarded and arrested a repeat smoker."
Question AL Fakhem
the key here is a "REPEAT SMOKER"....what part of
SMOKING IS A HAZARD ONBOARD AN AIRCRAFT dont these idiots understand.
I believe this incident was handled very well by both the cabin crew and the flight deck. The Passengers on arrival in DAC didnt mind being seated during the said arrest........The Captain made a PA explaining why they had to remain seated on arrival
......then.... the Captain made sure that the Authorities remained on the Airbridge out of sight of the passengers, while the Emirates station manager removed the REPEAT OFFENDER from the Aircraft. tHE AUTHORITIES DID NOT BOARD THE AIRCRAFT. No Turmoil took place. ..........
He.....
THE OFFENDER.... was then escorted away out of sight. I believe he was detained until the Aircraft departed for Dubai.
As far as communication goes I think you have a very valid point. If none of the crew were able to speak Bengarly ( hope thats correct) then I can see the control of the cabin being an issue in many circumstances
TR
