Flight forced to make emergency landing when passenger admits mistake that could have caused disaster
An EasyJet flight from Egypt to England had to make an emergency landing in Rome due to a passenger's admission about a charging power bank in checked luggage. The pilot's alarming announcement heightened the situation, causing panic among the 180 passengers. Fortunately, the aircraft landed safely, and the airline provided accommodations for the affected travelers.
- ▪A passenger admitted that her portable power bank was actively charging in her checked luggage, leading to a fire scare.
- ▪The pilot's announcement about a prohibited item on board caused panic among passengers during the flight.
- ▪EasyJet confirmed that the diversion was a precautionary measure in line with safety regulations.
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World News Flight forced to make emergency landing when passenger admits mistake that could have caused disaster By Daniel Cody Published May 23, 2026, 9:57 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google An EasyJet flight from Egypt to England was forced to make an emergency landing after a passenger admitted her portable power bank was actively charging in her checked luggage, sparking a fire scare. The mid-air drama was instantly intensified by the aircraft’s pilot, who panicked the 180 passengers on board by ominously announcing, “there’s something we shouldn’t have on board” before making an abrupt descent to Rome, according to The Sun. Fiumicino Airport in Rome, where the EasyJet flight was diverted.
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