Airlines

Passenger Threatens Singapore Airlines Flight Attendant Because They Won’t Serve Him Water

Singapore Airlines (SIA) said on Wednesday that a passenger was escorted from an aircraft on Tuesday after acting in an unruly manner. The passenger was seen arguing with a member of the SIA crew in a video that was shared on social media over not receiving water on aircraft SQ711, which had just arrived in Singapore from Bangkok.

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The passenger was shouting and threatening to push the crew member. After that, a security guard led him outside the aircraft.

The passenger “was acting in an unpleasant manner throughout the lunch service,” according to SIA. In order to protect the safety of the other passengers on board, the cabin crew politely rejected to provide him alcohol after receiving several requests for it.

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Additionally, the passenger “created annoyance and trouble” to the other passengers by disobeying safety instructions from the cabin crew. As soon as he arrived at Singapore Changi Airport, the man was handed over to auxiliary police.

The airline further stated that : “the safety of our passengers and employees is always our first priority. For the inconvenience this event has caused, SIA extends its sincere apologies to all passengers on the flight.

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Qatar Airways Adds Direct Toronto-Amritsar Flights with Stopover in Doha

Qatar Airways has made travel easier for passengers by announcing a new three-weekly non-stop service between Toronto, Canada, and Doha, Qatar, starting on December 11, 2024.

This new route provides seamless connectivity for travelers heading to Amritsar, offering a convenient alternative for the Punjabi diaspora in Toronto who wish to avoid the hassles of transiting through Delhi airport.

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In a joint press release, Anantdeep Singh Dhillon, FlyAmritsar Initiative North America Convener, and Sameep Singh Gumtala, Global Convener, highlighted that this new route addresses the long-standing demand for better travel options to Punjab.

With this service, Amritsar will now have ten weekly flights to Canada via Doha, making the journey simpler and more comfortable for travelers who previously had to deal with long road trips, multiple layovers, and extended check-ins.

Flight Schedule and Connectivity

The qatar air line from Amritsar will depart at 4:10 a.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 6:05 a.m. (local time). After a layover of 3 hours and 45 minutes, passengers will board the qatar airways flight from Doha to Toronto at 9:50 a.m. (local time) on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, landing in Toronto the same day at 3:55 p.m. (local time).

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On the return journey, the qatar airlines will depart from Toronto at 8:00 p.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 4:30 p.m. (local time) the following day. From there, passengers will catch the connecting flight to Amritsar at 8:40 p.m. (local time), reaching their destination by 2:40 a.m. (local time). The total travel time qatar seatmap for the journey is approximately 20 hours and 10 minutes.

This new route is a significant relief for travelers who have often faced the challenges of long road journeys to Delhi, lengthy layovers, and multiple check-ins. By streamlining the travel process, qatar Airways ensures a smoother and faster journey, enhancing the overall travel experience for passengers traveling between Canada and Punjab.