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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Amelia Neath

Man charged with endangering AirAsia X flight after multiple incidents on trip to Sydney

The Australian Federal Police were called to Sydney Airport after man tried to open plane door mid-air - (Getty Images)

A passenger has been charged with endangering a Sydney-bound flight after allegedly attempting to open the emergency exit door mid-air – twice.

The Jordanian national, 46, was scheduled to face the Parramatta Local Court on Sunday, 6 April after being charged with endangering the safety of the flight as well as assaulting a member of the cabin crew, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) said.

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