On Friday morning, two passengers onboard a Newark-bound United Airlines flight caused a disturbance and were subsequently removed by police after the plane made an unplanned stop in Bangor, Maine. The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed that United Flight 883 landed safely at Bangor International Airport at 10 a.m.

The incident occurred on a Boeing 767, which had departed from Heathrow Airport in London, England at 7:52 a.m. local time. The flight duration was a little over seven hours, according to FlightAware.com. After the unexpected diversion, the plane has since resumed its journey and is en route to New Jersey, United Airlines confirmed in a statement.

The two passengers, whose identities were not disclosed, were described as appearing intoxicated. United Airlines stated that they are now banned from future flights pending an investigation. The exact nature of the disturbance caused by the intoxicated passengers has not been disclosed at this time.

At the time of the diversion, the flight was carrying 150 passengers and 10 crew members. No injuries were reported during the incident, and the airline and authorities acted swiftly to ensure the safety and well-being of all individuals onboard.

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining order and compliance with airline regulations during flights. Airlines have strict policies in place to ensure the safety and comfort of all passengers, and any disruptive behavior can result in serious consequences.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released in due course. United Airlines has expressed its commitment to cooperating fully with the authorities as they carry out their investigation.

Meanwhile, passengers can now breathe a sigh of relief as the flight prepares to continue on its intended route, and measures are taken to prevent such incidents in the future.