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Man Kicks Flight Attendant, Swallows Rosary Beads in Disturbance

3/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Delange Augustin, 31, is in hot water after a shocking outburst on an Envoy Air flight from Savannah to Miami on March 10. In a bizarre episode, he kicked a flight attendant and swallowed rosary beads, convinced they would shield him from "Satan's disciples." The plane turned back, leading to his arrest on serious charges, including interference with a flight crew.

History

Historical Context

Delange Augustin's outburst on the Envoy Air flight echoes a troubling trend of air rage incidents that have surged since the COVID-19 pandemic. Historically, air rage began in 1947, but recent years have seen a marked increase, often linked to heightened stress and security measures. Such incidents threaten flight safety and have led to stricter regulations and penalties for disruptive passengers.

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Story summary

Delange Augustin, 31, is in hot water after a shocking outburst on an Envoy Air flight from Savannah to Miami on March 10. In a bizarre episode, he kicked a flight attendant and swallowed rosary beads, convinced they would shield him from "Satan's disciples." The plane turned back, leading to his arrest on serious charges, including interference with a flight crew.

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