Achi news desk-
However, the flight made an unscheduled landing at Newcastle International Airport less than 45 minutes later.
The passenger in question was escorted off the plane and the flight eventually left Newcastle for Antalya at 10.50pm.
READ MORE: Ryanair flight from Glasgow Prestwick declares emergency minutes after take-off
The airline has apologized to passengers on the plane following the incident and offered them a “gesture of goodwill”.
A TUI UK & I spokesperson: “We would like to apologize to customers on TOM778 from Glasgow to Antalya, who had to divert to Newcastle due to a disruptive passenger on board.
“Our aim is to ensure customers have the best flying experience possible, so this was not the way we wanted their holiday to start.
“The safety of our customers and crew is our top priority and any unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated. The customer in question was unloaded from the aircraft and the aircraft was able to continue its journey.
“We have offered a gesture of goodwill to customers in light of this disruption to start their holidays and to thank them for their patience and understanding.
“The flight left Newcastle for Antalya at 10.50 last night, May 24.”
Northumbria Police and Glasgow Airport have been contacted for comment.
