A British Airways (BA) cabin crew member was arrested at London Heathrow Airport after colleagues discovered him dancing naked in a business class lavatory during a transatlantic flight. The incident occurred on a San Francisco to London service, prompting an investigation into suspected drug use aboard the aircraft.
The steward disappeared from his duties during meal service and failed to report for his assigned responsibilities serving food and beverages to passengers. Colleagues discovered his absence while distributing meals throughout the cabin and found him nude in the Club World cabin restroom, dancing.
Flight attendants quickly clothed the steward using spare pyjamas and escorted him to a luxury seat for the flight’s duration. The crew contacted British Airways management, who alerted police during the flight. Law enforcement officers arrested the crew member immediately after landing at Heathrow Airport.
British Airways (BA) suspended the steward from duty pending the outcome of ongoing investigations. Crew members suspect the flight attendant consumed drugs before or during the incident, describing it as extraordinary and dangerous. The airline acknowledges cooperation with law enforcement agencies, treating the matter as a criminal investigation.
The case highlights ongoing challenges airlines face regarding crew member conduct and substance abuse prevention in aviation. British Airways continues investigating the incident while the suspended employee awaits legal proceedings.
Source: https://aviationa2z.com/index.php/2025/05/31/british-airways-crew-of-san-francisco-london-flight-arrested