On Saturday, an unusual disruption unfolded at Zaragoza airport when a passenger became markedly intoxicated, forcing the airline to evacuate the plane and require all other travelers to disembark. In total, 224 people were on board, and after the chaotic scene, everyone eventually returned to the terminal area, where operational teams began a careful assessment of the situation and coordinated revised seating and rebooking options. The event created a temporary halt to the flight schedule and required swift coordination among ground staff, security personnel, and airline representatives to restore order and safety at the gate.
According to the Civil Guard on Sunday, the episodes occurred the previous morning around 9:15 at the Garrapinillos apron, a location where ground handling and pre-flight procedures were underway. A passenger of Romanian nationality, who resided in Zaragoza and was en route on a Wizz Air flight bound for Bucharest, Romania, was described as severely intoxicated at the moment when departure preparations intensified. The individual’s condition raised immediate concerns about safety and the potential risk to other passengers and crew, prompting rapid intervention by on-site authorities and airline staff to prevent any further escalation.
As preparations for departure progressed, the intoxicated individual moved toward the aircraft access door and attempted to force it open. The scene caused confusion among passengers and resulted in damage that hindered the aircraft from achieving takeoff until repairs could be completed. Civil Guard personnel played a crucial role in maintaining order and facilitating a controlled evacuation, ensuring that passengers could safely reassemble in the terminal area while maintenance crews assessed the door, locking mechanisms, and any related damage. The focus remained on rapid, orderly handling to minimize risk and disruption.
Ultimately, the remaining passengers were unable to depart Zaragoza that night. By 23:00, the party had been accommodated on a different carrier’s aircraft, yet the full complement of 224 travelers had not taken off. Limited seating on the late-night flight and the need to secure alternate arrangements meant that roughly 50 individuals remained on the ground, awaiting reassignment or later travel options. The incident underscored the importance of strict pre-flight screening, effective crowd management, and clear communication between all parties involved to safeguard passenger welfare and preserve the integrity of the flight schedule.