A 61-year-old man from Haverfordwest has been locked up for causing chaos on a flight from Poland to Bristol. Stephen Blofield faced the music after threatening the crew and refusing to follow pilot’s commands.
Flight from Krakow Turns Turbulent
Blofield was on a flight from Krakow when he got drunk and aggressive. His vile behaviour included abusive and threatening language toward the aircraft crew. The incident took place on 11 November but he was only sentenced at Bristol Crown Court on Tuesday 7 April.
Jail Time and Fines for Sky-Raging Passenger
- Drunk on an aircraft
- Threatening and abusive behaviour towards crew members
- Using words likely to cause alarm or distress
- Disobeying lawful pilot commands
For his actions, Blofield was sentenced to 10 months in prison and slapped with a £187 victim surcharge.
Police Deliver Strong Warning
Avon & Somerset Police took a firm stance on Blofield’s behaviour, highlighting the severe consequences of disrupting flights and threatening aircrew. This case serves as a stark reminder: unruly passengers won’t get off lightly.
