Richmond RCMP is sharing some information regarding a police incident that occurred at Vancouver International Airport on April 11.
At around 7:30 a.m. on April 11, Richmond RCMP responded to a report of “unruly passengers” who were aboard a departing flight at Vancouver airport. The flight was headed to sunny Mexico.
The incident “raised safety concerns” and led to a flight delay.
“The passengers were alleged to be non‑compliant with flight crew instructions, creating safety concerns and resulting in a delay to the flight,” RCMP said in a release.
When Richmond RCMP officers responded to the scene, they worked with airline staff to safely de-escalate the situation, which involved directing passengers to deplane the aircraft in question.
Ten people were arrested, and RCMP officers have recommended charges of failing to comply with flight crew instructions under the Aeronautics Act, as well as mischief under the Criminal Code.
“The individuals were later released on undertakings and are scheduled to appear in Richmond Provincial Court. There were no reported injuries,” RCMP added.
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— Richmond RCMP (@RichmondRCMP) April 14, 2026
Another police incident occurred at YVR late last year, when an Air India pilot was arrested in December.
Reports suggested that the pilot was impaired.
“Transport Canada is aware of the incident involving an Air India pilot on Dec. 23, 2025, and will continue to engage with Air India and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) of India to ensure appropriate follow-up actions are taken. DGCA India, as the State of the Operator, retains primary responsibility for regulatory oversight of Air India,” Transport Canada shared in an email to Daily Hive.