Boycott Lufthansa: Masked Passenger Sparks Outrage

A recent claim alleges that Lufthansa removed a passenger from a flight for wearing a medical mask. The incident has triggered online calls for a boycott of the German airline.

Passenger’s Version of Events

The passenger said he was travelling to visit his mother while following the same COVID safety practice he had used for years. He claimed crew members repeatedly questioned his choice to wear a mask.

Remarks About Mental Health

According to his account, crew members allegedly suggested his mask use indicated a mental health concern. He said he asked them to stop harassing him and to return to their duties.

Captain Reported Discomfort

The situation escalated when the captain claimed the passenger was making the crew “uncomfortable.” He was then given the option of being rerouted with a day’s delay or being removed.

Passenger Escorted Off Flight

When he refused rerouting, police were called to remove him from the aircraft. The passenger later said officers admitted he had done nothing wrong, but Lufthansa could still deny him travel as a private company.

Doubts Over the Claim

Aviation experts are sceptical of the report due to the lack of video proof or witness accounts. They argue that Lufthansa crew questioning mask use is highly unusual, suggesting the full story may not have been shared.